Former NFL star Antonio Brown is once again in the national spotlight after Miami-Dade County officials released his booking photo following his arrest on a second-degree attempted murder charge. The image — now circulating widely online — has sparked a wave of public reaction, as fans and reporters assess the latest turn in the troubled receiver’s post-NFL life.
What the Mugshot Shows
Dec 2, 2018; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Antonio Brown (84) gestures at the line of scrimmage against the Los Angeles Chargers during the fourth quarter at Heinz Field. The Chargers won 33-30. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 2, 2018; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Antonio Brown (84) gestures at the line of scrimmage against the Los Angeles Chargers during the fourth quarter at Heinz Field. The Chargers won 33-30. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
The photo, taken after Brown’s extradition to the United States earlier this week, shows the former Pittsburgh Steelers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver during his booking at the Miami-Dade County Jail. Authorities confirmed the image’s authenticity Thursday morning, along with basic booking information, court filing details, and the felony charge he faces.
Brown, 37, appeared calm and cooperative during intake, according to local officials. The mugshot quickly began trending across social media platforms as major outlets, including CBS Sports and The Guardian, covered his return to U.S. custody.
Here is a look:
#NFL legend Antonio Brown has been EXTRADITED to New Jersey by US Marshals from Dubai. Brown was wanted for attempted murder in Florida and will now be sent from New Jersey back to South Florida. (📸 @FoxSports )
Background on the Case
The charge stems from a May 16 shooting outside a celebrity boxing event in Miami. Prosecutors allege Brown fired a weapon during an altercation, grazing another man who later identified him to investigators. Brown denies the allegations, claiming he was attacked and acted in self-defense.
He was taken into custody after being extradited from Dubai, where he had been living part-time since the summer. If convicted, Brown could face up to 15 years in prison under Florida law.
Public Reaction
Within hours of the mugshot’s release, social media users and sports fans weighed in. Some expressed shock that a former All-Pro receiver — once considered among the most talented of his era — is now facing such serious legal trouble. Others voiced empathy, pointing to the recurring struggles Brown has faced since his final NFL season in 2021.
The mugshot itself has also become a focal point for broader discussions about mental health, accountability, and the public’s fascination with fallen athletes.
What’s Next
Brown remains held without bond pending a preliminary hearing expected next week. His attorneys have not yet released a public statement. Miami-Dade prosecutors say additional evidence, including surveillance footage, will be presented in court filings in the coming days.
For now, the released mugshot serves as the latest reminder of how far the once-dominant NFL receiver’s career has fallen — from Pro Bowls and Super Bowls to a high-profile criminal case that continues to unfold under national scrutiny.
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