Antonio Brown

American football wide receiver with Pro Bowls

Antonio Brown - American football wide receiver with Pro Bowls
Born

July 10th, 1988
37 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played as a wide receiver in the National Football League, primarily for the Pittsburgh Steelers. Recorded multiple seasons with over 1,000 receiving yards. Helped lead the Steelers to playoff appearances and was a pivotal offensive player. Transitioned to play for the Oakland Raiders and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, where a Super Bowl victory was achieved. Also noted for off-field controversies and a notable departure from the Buccaneers.

Selected to five Pro Bowls

Led the NFL in receptions and receiving yards in 2015

Won Super Bowl LV with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers

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