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Former Cleveland Browns player Jermaine Whitehead is apologizing after postinga series of threatening and profanity-laced tweetson Sunday night.
“I would like to take this opportunity to apologize for my actions following our game with Denver,” Whitehead wroteon Instagramon Tuesday underneath a photo of himself playing football. “That was totally out of character for me. I do not justify my actions, but was extremely frustrated with the way I had played and our team losing because of it. I was playing with a broken hand, but that is no excuse for my actions, and I am deeply regretful.”
“I want to personally apologize to anyone who I offended, especially those who I was responsive to on Twitter,” the former Browns safety continued. “My choice of words did not reflect who I am, but only what I was feeling.”
“Also, my sincerest apologies to my teammates, coaches, the Browns organization and most of all, the fans and kids that motivate me to even pursue this dream,” he added.
Whitehead, 26, concluded: “Again I am deeply sorry for my unacceptable behavior, and I wish the Browns the best of luck in the future. I love you!”
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On Monday morning, following his tweets, the Browns announced their decision towaive Whitehead from the team.
Shortly after the Browns lost 24-19 to the Denver Broncos on Sunday, Whitehead lashed out on Twitter with a series of aggressive tweets, according to multiple reports. His account has since been suspended, though some userscaptured the tweetsbefore they were taken down.
One of the tweets was reportedly in response to former NFL player Dustin Fox,who criticizedWhitehead’s performance during the game.
“Come get it in blood b— made ass lil boy,” Whitehead responded, according toa screengrab of the commentand several outlets. “I’m out there with a broke hand .. don’t get smoked…”
A representative for Whitehead did not immediately respond to PEOPLE’s request for comment on Monday.
source: people.com
