Antonio Brown Signing with Tampa Bay, According to Reports

Antonio Brown Signing with Tampa Bay, According to Reports

Antonio Brown who had a short stint with the Patriots after numerous all-pro season with the Pittsburgh Steeler is reportedly signing a one-year agreement with Tampa Bay.

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports that while contract language still has to be finalized and Brown has to pass COVID-19 protocols before he can join the team, Brown is likely to make his Bucs' debut in Week 9 against the New Orleans Saints.

Both sides wanted to complete a deal that reunites Brown with quarterback Tom Brady. The Seattle Seahawks were also in the mix before Brown and the Buccaneers reached an agreement.

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With the Patriots he faced a major lawsuit by woman friend and criticized Bob Kraft for his prostitution charge. SEE BOTH BELOW

According to reports Brady had been pushing for Tampa Bay to acquire another wide receiver and specifically to sign Brown since the summer. Brady took Brown under his wing during Brown's brief tenure in New England -- on and off the field.