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Antonio Brown to accept plea deal in Miami court appearance

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 30, 2026, 4:01 AM

Last updated Sep 30, 2026

Antonio Brown to accept plea deal in Miami court appearance

Summary

Former NFL wide receiver Antonio Brown is set to appear in Miami court on September 30, 2026, to accept a plea deal that would allow him to avoid prison time. His attorney, Mark Eiglarsh, stated that Brown plans to plead no contest to aggravated assault, with a sentence of probation. This plea deal arises from an incident in May 2025, where Brown allegedly fired shots during a confrontation after a boxing match. The victim, Zul-Qarnain Kwame Nantambu, has expressed forgiveness and will not cooperate with law enforcement. Further details are expected to be provided during the hearing.

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•Brown faces a reduced charge in an attempted murder case.
•He plans to plead no contest and accept probation.
•The incident involved a handgun during a boxing match confrontation.
•The victim has decided not to cooperate with authorities.
•Details are anticipated at the court hearing.

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4:01 AMYahoo Sports — Ex-NFL star Antonio Brown set to appear in Miami court for expected plea agreement

What they're saying

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Former NFL star wide receiver Antonio Brown is scheduled to be in a Miami courtroom Wednesday to accept a plea deal will let him avoid prison time on a reduced charge in an attempted murder case, according to his attorney. Defense attorney Mark Eiglarsh has said Brown will plead no contest to aggravated assault and be sentenced to probation.
— Yahoo Sports

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