"It was in the VIP section next to theirs. #Steeler #chargers #Miami #NFL pic.twitter.com/v9IALOrZaX. Steelers center Maurkice Pouncey and his twin brother, Dolphins guard Mike Pouncey, have faced criticism for incidents ranging from wearing a shirt supporting their friend and accused murderer Aaron Hernandez to an accusation that they brawled in a nightclub. YOU MUST BE 21 YEARS OF AGE TO ENTER OUR WEBSITE. If yall want my vote, the Pouncey twins vote no. pic.twitter.com/hp4AqlG7Qu, Brooke Pryor (@bepryor) February 26, 2020. Hypocrites. "Me and Mike Pouncey ain't on it, Shayanna [Jenkins] ain't on it doing the documentary. Not much else you can do. It's my honor that my brothers from another asked me to announce the next stage in their life. On the radio Monday, Mike Pouncey told the Andy Slater Show he had nothing to do with the incident and Cameo is clearing it up with police. The Pouncey twins knew something was wrong. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY)1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/LA/MI/NJ/PA/TN/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO/KS/NH), 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), visit OPGR.org (OR), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA).21+ (18+ NH/WY). A year earlier, the four-time Pro Bowler's season ended early with a neck injury suffered in early October. Maurkice shares what that moment represented in his life and why it was so important for him to leave the NFL at that moment and also walk away from the game he loved with his brother on the same day. Theyre not particularly concerned about whether anyone thinks theyre good people. Weve withheld our royalty checks for years prepping for this. Pouncey also said that he and his twin brother, Los Angeles Chargers center Mike Pouncey, have plenty of money and are willing to make loans to their fellow players if there is a lockout. This story is from ESPN.com's automated news wire. This discussion of the deal has been in place for years. "It was something we wanted to do," tight end Tate Casey said. Remember, it was Pouncey who first attacked Garrett after Myles swung a helmet at Pittsburgh Steelers QB Mason Rudolph during a game back in November. JJ WATT, TEXANS MUTUALLY PART WAYS AFTER 10 SEASONS. After over a decade @MaurkicePouncey and Mike Pouncey are RETIRING from the @nfl . Gambling problem? Pouncey's departure creates a leadership void on the Steelers' offense. Maurkice Pouncey said in a statement provided by Foster. He also took a veiled swipe at players who are now concerned about the CBA after not attending meetings for the past several years. "It's my honor that my brothers from another asked me to announce the next stage in their life. In other words, me and Mike are gonna keep being stupid. Thanks for the update Maurkice. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. "He's doing a lot better.". Posted by Michael David Smith on November 16, 2014, 8:13 AM EST. And play they did. Sounds about right. "To all my teammates and coaches Im going to miss seeing you guys everyday and i know damn well your (sic) going to miss pounce lol! " The Pouncey twins are denying any involvement in the alleged incident. the court of public opinion is a terrible place people will always judge and jump to conclusions when reading headlines, without actually reading articles or doing their own research sheeple. All they see is the Free Hernandez cap or that were accused of beating someone up in a nightclub, he said. Maurkice couldn't control the fact that Ben Roethlisberger was his quarterback, but he could control how he treated his other teammates. 2 Oklahoma in the Bowl Championship Series national title game against Oklahoma on Thursday night. Most fans are just jealous one of these two guys arent on their team. With Mike Pouncey lining up at right guard and his brother at center, the Gators ran for 317 yards and three touchdowns in a 45-15 rout in heavy rain. "Usually, if there's an incident involving a celebrity, there's a special incident report and I haven't seen or heard anything. July 15, 2014 / 11:23 PM They played with the kind of passion that inspired everyone around them. Register now! NFL News Mike Pouncey, brother Maurkice, face assault allegations; Appears to be false Pro Bowl centers Mike Pouncey of the Miami Dolphins and his twin brother Maurkice from the Pittsburgh. Their stepfather, Rob Webster, had been involved in a bizarre railcar accident at work. Over the phone, Vazquez told CBS4 News he did not recognize the Pouncey brothers. 1 -- and a QB in the top 10? "You know if somebody's not for you. The Pounceys have done a lot in their hometown and Maurkice also in Pittsburghoverall they are good people who didnt come from much and want to celebrate with what they have worked hard to getsometimes that leads to troubledouble trouble. "When the police got there, someone mentioned to me they were the Pouncey brothers or twins or whatever, I didn't know until after the actual event, but I had already called police and said I had gotten beat up," said Vasquez. The announcement was made on Friday by Ramon Foster, a former Pittsburgh Steelers teammate of Maurkice Pouncey. Without access, without favor, without discretion, and without interference. The announcement came courtesy of Maurkice's former NFL teammate Ramon Foster, a goon in his own right: Its my honor that my brothers from another asked me to announce the next stage in their life. Bills survive to beat Dolphins, advance to divisional round, Lamar Jackson: My knee remains inflamed and unstable, Sammy Watkins hopes Lamar Jackson decides to play, Report: Lamar Jackson not looking good for Sunday, NFL selects Atlanta for potential Bills-Chiefs AFC Championship. Being connected to controversyisn't new to the Pouncey brothers as they also received backlash for their public support of President Trump and explain to the guys how they have no regrets or no care for the hate they received by doing so. Ryan asks Maurkice about the infamous conversation that him and Big Ben had on the bench after the playoff loss in the 2020 season and what went through his mind that night to lead to early retirement. Though, this time, it does not appear they did it. A woman on Instagram, who goes by the name pretty_moneymmg, added to the allegations, writing on a picture of herself, a picture of Maurkice during a Steelers game, and a third image that shows a lump on her forehead: The police, however, did acknowledge at 9:30am that they had received reports of an altercation at the club, but that now official report had been filed,according to a Miami New Times report. That last guy, a longtime friend of the Pounceys, did some other stuff outside of football that you might remember. Not a member? pic.twitter.com/Xw1H9mPnCe, Mike Pouncey's security manager tells me assault claim is a "fraudulent situation." Lets not forgot that the brothers were served with a Grand Jury subpoena in 2013 for suspected involvement in an interstate gun trafficking ring. How involved will new Bears president Kevin Warren be with football operations? A man named Ricky Vasquez hit Twitter at about 6am this morning, alleging the Pounceys were involved in an assault on him: I just got jumped/beat up/bashed by 4 bouncers and the Pouncey Twins at Cameo. The group claims they were injured during an alleged assault, around 4 AM Saturday morning, during a birthday party held at Cameo for Mike Pouncey and his twin brother Maurkice, who plays for the Pittsburgh Steelers. Chris Grier: Byron Jones worked hard trying to get back, unfortunately it didnt work out. None had responded as of Saturday night. Playing with a mix of athleticism and ferocity, Maurkice Pouncey developed a reputation as one of the league's most potent blockers. After over a decade @MaurkicePouncey and Mike Pouncey are RETIRING from the @nfl," Foster tweeted. It will be a much more enjoyable phone call than the one they got from mom in November. Mike, former Miami teammate of Channing and Maurkice, a former teammate of Ryan's in Pittsburgh, known for being two of the best Centers to play in the league during their prime began their NFL careerboth as first round picks and retired on the same day in Feb of 2021. Pittsburgh Steelers center Maurkice Pouncey and his twin brother, Miami Dolphins center Mike Pouncey, both took to Instagram on Wednesday after it was reported the former New England Patriots. He also said it's come to a point where he cannot go out without people trying to make a story out of him. Should The Dolphins Attempt To Keep Mike Gesicki? Doncic has carried, Sean Payton is the hottest head coach candidate available this offseason, and several teams are jostling to hire him. After over a decade @MaurkicePouncey and Mike Pouncey are RETIRING from the @nfl . https://t.co/uy9Fx7vdje, Im in favor of being fully informed before I say something. "The sacrifices we made will forever go unnoticed but Together (13x ProBowls 2x first team all Pros 3x second team all Pros) who wouldve ever thought that as kids !". "As I write this farewell speech, I cry and I laugh that twin boys from Lakeland, Florida that grew up in poverty made it this far in life both . Pouncey said he and his brother arent interested in pleasing others. As soon as I tasted J.F. We judge because we see you sese of entitled idiots behave like morons. Florida coach Urban Meyer, defensive coordinator Charlie Strong and offensive coordinator Steve. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. And the twins respond in unison, "Game time!". "I'll always love the game of football & always will be the ultimate competitor in life @nfl @steelers ! 2014 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. Terms at draftkings.com/sportsbook. The NFLPA voted early Wednesday morning to submit the latest CBA proposal for approval, meaning the players will now vote on whether or not they want it implemented. "Thank you for all the memories i will cherish them forever!". Rose was unarmed and shot three times in the side of his face, elbow, and back while running away; the officer was charged but found not guilty on all counts. Owning up to your mistakes is important. That means more than half of the roughly 2,000 players in the league would need to approve it. 2023 FOX News Network, LLC. Legal Statement. Maurkice Pouncey spent 11 years in Pittsburgh earning two All-Pro nods and nine Pro Bowl selections while serving as the security blanket for quarterback Ben Roethlisberger. Mike Pouncey, C, Chargers. "It's my honor that my brothers from another asked me to announce the next stage in their life. I think even Justin Bieber can attest -- we don't give anyone special treatment here, it's just a matter of her actually coming forward and filing a report.". But what do I know https://t.co/g571Mh3AUh, Ramon Foster (@RamonFoster) February 26, 2020, Say this louder for the folks who dont come to rep meetings. "You have a feel for people," Foster, a former offensive lineman, said a year ago. Why do players always think their community work makes up for the asinine stuff they do away from the field? Their parents should be ashamed of their sons. The Florida offensive linemen managed to get enough information from her to realize they needed to jump in their car and go home. I cant believe people would get the a negative impression of Maurkice! Pouncey feels the CBA would be horrible for the players, and the Pittsburgh Steelers center went off about the proposal in a profanity-laced rant on Instagram live. From National Champions at the University of Florida, to ALL-PRO players in the NFL, the Pouncey Twins have now turned their attention towards making the best craft spirits in the game. This is Defector, a new sports blog and media company. Maurkice entered school as a pure center, while Mike got . Oh now its important. His departure is the latest in a very active offseason for the typically reserved Steelers. People judge us because of our tattoos and the way we party, but they arent aware of the good things we do for our communities. Went inside @Cameomia 10 minutes just to be punched in my face. Odds & lines subject to change. Saturday Maurkice and Michael spent part of their day doing some shopping. Mike Pouncey, like his brother a first-round draft pick, spent the first seven years of his career with the Dolphins. Florida coach Urban Meyer, defensive coordinator Charlie Strong and offensive coordinator Steve Addazio traveled to Lakeland to be with the twins and their family. Im talking about you boys boy Hernandez. As Inve The 31-year-old twin brothers announced their respective retirements on Friday after spending a decade among the best centers in the league. Webster has started rehabilitation, but still has months to go before getting fitted with a prosthetic leg from the thigh down. I bet all you haters wouldnt bother if they were not such great players playing for teams other than your favorite. MIAMI BEACH (CBSMiami) -- A South Florida man with a big social media following is using his Twitter and Instagram accounts to make accusations against Miami Dolphins player Mike Pouncey and Pouncey's twin brother. Quotes displayed in real-time or delayed by at least 15 minutes. As for Mike, who last played for the Los Angeles Chargers, he was most notable for his involvement in the Dolphins' bullying scandal in 2013. The Pounceys are hoping for similar success against Oklahoma. <br> <br>Pro Bowl centers Mike Pouncey of the Miami . The Steelers never made it back to the game's biggest stage under his watch. Yea @VenerableAxiom, +1. "As long as he's happy, we're happy," Mike Pouncey said. Both Pounceys starred at Florida, with Maurkice's decision to come out early in 2010 opening the door for his brother to follow him to the league a year later. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM. Mike shares his thoughts on why Coach Meyer was not as successful at the NFL level as he was in College. I would take them both on my team. Good riddance. Maurkice Pouncey spent 11 years in Pittsburgh. COME ON MAN! Our partnership with DraftKings continues and special offers to check out. Martin reported that the Assistant Trainer confided to him that he was upset about the Pearl Harbor prank, finding it derogatory and demeaning. Webster's injury happened Nov. 24, five days before Florida played rival Florida State in Tallahassee. Make sure they actually know the details first. Pouncey regained his form immediately upon his return both times. Quarterback Tim Tebow also threw for three scores and was sacked just once by Florida State's vaunted defense. At this time, however, the police seem to be leaning toward Mike and Maurkice not being involved. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. It was only after he was allegedly roughed up that Vasquez says he was told by others that the players were involved. "I love that guy," Roethlisberger said after the season-ending loss. Well in all fairness, you guys do say and do some stupid *^%. He played college football for the University of Florida, was a member of a BCS National Championship team, and earned All-American honors. The NFLPA voted early Wednesday morning to submit the latest CBA proposal for approval, meaning the players will now vote on whether or not they want it implemented. I'm going to press charges. I think the biggest thing is to own up to those mistakes. People dont have to shout from the hilltops to say they are doing good or to get recognition. Still, it came at a cost. Pouncey and Roethlisberger good friends whose lockers were practically side by side sat on the Pittsburgh bench long after the game was over, with Roethlisberger saying afterward he really wanted to lead the Steelers to a Super Bowl for Pouncey. All the twins could do was make call after call to friends and relatives, trying everything to find out something. Ricky Vazquez 24, posted a video on social media swollen and crying after he says he was punched by the Pouncey brothers at Cameo nightclub. Self-proclaimed "media personality" Ricky Vasquez posted online that the twin football players jumped him at a South Beach night club. The Pittsburgh Steelers picked Maurkice in 2010; the Miami Dolphins took Mike in 2011. He posted this (NSFW) a couple hours ago: I vote no. Void in ONT. Below are their memos to thank those involved in their careers. You must be logged in to leave a comment. 2023 FOX News Network, LLC. Miami Beach Police said they did respond to Cameo for reports of an assault about 4:20 saturday morning. They played for Urban Meyer, what do you expect? like the great greg Lloyd used to wear on his shirt. Tom Brady and Aaron Rodgers top NFL quotes of the week, Dak Prescott rebounds with 'statement game' in Cowboys' wild-card win, 2023 NFL draft order: Top 23 picks set with Bears, Texans, Cardinals at the top, Pittsburgh Steelers' Maurkice Pouncey loyal to a fault, 32 bold NFL predictions to set up the offseason: QB dominoes, trades, re-signings and more. "It was our way of showing support.". The only way to change public opinion is to admit fault and try to do better. Detailing the days of trial and leading up to finding Hernandez dead in his jail cell, many rumors and speculation circled about what really happened to Hernandez and both Mike and Maurkice share their personal insight into the situation. 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