Former NFL wide receiver Antonio Brown has stirred fresh controversy, this time involving Philadelphia Eagles star running back Saquon Barkley. The outspoken former Steeler took to social media to call out Barkley after the Eagles’ newest addition liked a post related to Donald Trump—an action that did not sit well with Brown.
In a now-deleted tweet, Brown tagged Barkley and questioned the running back’s public alignment with the post, writing, “Ain’t no fence-riding in this game, bro.” While the exact contents of the Trump-related post are unclear, Brown’s response quickly went viral, igniting a debate among fans and media personalities about politics, sports, and player expression.
Barkley has yet to publicly respond to Brown’s message, and the Eagles organization has remained silent on the matter. The incident comes just weeks after Barkley joined Philadelphia in a high-profile free-agent move from the New York Giants, and it adds a layer of off-field tension heading into the new season.
The exchange has once again spotlighted how political views and social media activity can intersect with professional sports, especially for high-profile athletes. With emotions running high and opinions split, this situation underscores the evolving dynamics between sports figures and their platforms in today’s digital age.
