Antonio Brown, the ex-NFL wide receiver, has once again found himself in the middle of a controversy. This follows his offensive social media remarks about Kansas City Chiefs’ tight end Travis Kelce and singer-songwriter Taylor Swift.

After the Chiefs’ recent game against the Los Angeles Chargers on September 29, Brown, recognized for his exceptional talent on the football field and a career tinged with off-field troubles, posted on “X”. His comments have not only been deemed offensive but have also drawn considerable backlash from Kelce and Swift fans.

In his post, Brown targeted Kelce’s relationship with Swift, employing misogynistic and racially insensitive language. According to a report, Brown suggested that Kelce’s on-field performance was influenced by his personal life, stating, “Travis Kelce needs some black(expletive). That bro washed.”

Brown’s comment spurred immediate and widespread disapproval, notably from Swift’s dedicated fanbase, referred to as “Swifties.”

Brown has a history of attacking Swift on social media. Earlier this year, he posted an AI-produced image of himself kissing the pop star, further demonstrating his strange fixation with Swift. His latest post, however, seems to have drawn the line for many, with fans criticizing the post for objectifying women. Responding to the post, one fan remarked, “You could’ve simply said he needs a black woman.” Swifties took to social media to voice their disappointment, with one fan’s remark, “ppl need to stop being so hateful,” reflecting the thoughts of many others who found Brown’s comments highly inappropriate.

The post has also revived concerns about Brown’s conduct since retiring from the NFL. Brown has faced multiple legal issues, accusations of abusive behavior, and erratic public appearances, all of which have outshone his football accomplishments.

However, Brown did not offer any apologies for his comments. Instead, he seemed to relish the controversy, tagging a news article about the incident with the caption, “N— of the Day #CTESPN.” This inflammatory remark further provoked the backlash, with fans and critics denouncing his ongoing offensive behavior.

Kelce, on the other hand, has not publicly addressed Brown’s comments. The Chiefs’ tight end, who recently set the team record for most career receptions, has earned praise from his teammates and coaches for his performance despite a slightly slower start to the season. Kelce managed seven receptions for 89 yards in the Chiefs’ victory over the Chargers, marking a notable improvement in his statistics.

As for Taylor Swift, she has remained silent on the issue. However, her absence from recent Chiefs games has led to rumors about her relationship with Kelce. Reports suggest that Swift’s absence is due to her busy schedule preparing for the next leg of her Eras Tour and increased security concerns following a thwarted terror attack in Vienna, Austria earlier this year.

In spite of raking in over $88 million during his football career, Brown’s life post-NFL remains troubled. Earlier this year, he filed for bankruptcy, claiming to have only $50,000 in assets. Brown has also been embroiled in numerous legal disputes, including charges of domestic violence and failure to pay child support.