Former Steelers WR Antonio Brown Returning to Football

Former Pittsburgh Steelers wideout Antonio Brown is headed back to the football field

PITTSBURGH -- Former Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Antonio Brown is headed back to the football field, suiting up for his own team, the Albany Empire, of the Arena Football League. 

Brown told WNYT that he plans to suit up for the Empire this season, and as early as their next home game on May 27. The seven-time Pro Bowler hasn't played in competitive football since leaving the field mid-game against the New York Jets when he was with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers two seasons ago. 

Albany Empire Owner Antonio Brown told me he is going to suit up and play for the Empire as soon as their next home game May 27th at MVP Arena. Brown is a 7 time NFL Pro-Bowler WR who played 10 years with the Steelers. @WNYT @albanyempire

— Rodger Wyland (@RodgerWyland) May 17, 2023

In Brown's final NFL season, he played seven games, catching 42 passes for 545 yards and four touchdowns. He's recorded seven 1,000-yard seasons as a Pro. 

Reports also claim Brown has been in touch with free agent quarterback Cam Newton about joining the team. Newton would bring his three Pro Bowls to the Arena League as well. 

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