Former Steelers LB criticizes Patrick Queen after Week 4 loss
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 3, 2026, 11:22 PM
Last updated Oct 3, 2026

Patrick Queen faced criticism for his performance during the Pittsburgh Steelers' Week 4 loss to the Cleveland Browns. Former Steelers linebacker Vince Williams publicly called out Queen on social media, suggesting that he is more focused on contract security than on his play. Queen's effort was particularly scrutinized on a touchdown play where he was blocked by a smaller receiver, allowing a significant gain. As Queen is in the final year of his contract, speculation arises about his future with the team should his performance not improve.
- •Patrick Queen criticized for poor play against the Browns
- •Vince Williams claims Queen is playing it safe
- •Queen's contract year potentially influences his performance
- •Steelers lost to the Browns in Week 4
- 11:22 PMYahoo Sports — Former Steelers LB blasts Patrick Queen after terrible Week 4 performance
"Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Patrick Queen is under fire for his terrible effort and performance in the Week 4 loss to the Cleveland Browns.
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