Getty NFL cornerback Bashaud Breeland took to Twitter after he was released by the Vikings on Saturday, December 18, 2021.
Minnesota Vikings cornerback Bashaud Breeland set Twitter ablaze after the team’s frustrating 19-17 victory over the Detroit Lions at home.
Breeland tweeted after the game, “I’m convince yal love my Johnson in yal mouth enjoy the win and shut tf up,” a response to growing animosity between the former Kansas City Chiefs cornerback and the Vikings fan base.
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He deleted the tweet roughly an hour after the game on October 10. However, there was collateral damage as many fans documented their reactions to Breeland.
Growing Feud
Breeland was a highly anticipated addition to the Vikings defense this offseason when he chose to sign with the team instead of returning to the Chiefs. But four games into the season and Breeland hasn’t lived up to his billing.
He’s struggled in coverage and has been ranked dead last among all cornerbacks in the NFL by Pro Football Focus.
Breeland has cataloged fans’ critiques of his play by liking their tweets in the past. He’s sent several subliminal messages via social media over the past few weeks before Sunday’s meltdown.
The following tweet came two weeks ago when second-year corner Cameron Dantzler voiced his own frustrations of not starting over Breeland. Dantzler was out against the Lions after testing positive for COVID-19.
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@Bree2Land6 Man stop the cryptic tweets and step ya game up….your on pace to be the worst CB EVER!!!!!!!! A real one would admit he’s slumping and ask coach to put Danztler in. We ain’t got time for your fufu lame shit while Kirk is on FIRE!!!!
Breeland’s tweet on Sunday erupted a frenzy of backlash as fans have called for the Vikings to release Breeland.
@PeteBercich Breeland gone or he should be with the disrespectful and gross tweet to the Viking Fans. I realize that emotions are high after games but you have to be more disciplined with what you say. That was terrible Pete
@Bree2Land6 Wow. They need to cut you immediately. You’re a bum. On and off the field you are an embarrassment.
After a momentary lull on Breeland’s feed, he responded with several other tweets, admitting he was “petty” and reminding fans that he is human.
Petty petty me Lol
MAn before player, fight before I run. Remember dat.
Breeland Roasts Reporter
Breeland’s Twitter tirade wasn’t the first time he’s deviated from his better judgment and media training.
Pioneer Press reporter Chris Tomasson asked Breeland about his PFF grade, which ranks 103 of 103 corners in the NFL, and whether it is embarrassing.
Here’s his response.