BREAKING: Kaleb Johnson FIRES BACK After Seahawks Blunder – “I’ll Prove You All Wrong!”
"I DON’T CARE ABOUT YOUR CRITICISM. BRING IT ON. I’LL SHOW YOU WHY YOU DON’T MESS WITH ME NEXT GAME!" – Kaleb Johnson responds to the backlash after costly mistake in Steelers’ loss to Seahawks.
In a fiery and defiant response to the waves of criticism following his costly mistake in the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 17-31 loss to the Seattle Seahawks, rookie running back Kaleb Johnson
“I don’t care about your criticism. Bring it on. I’ll show you why you don’t mess with me next game,” Johnson said, his voice dripping with determination and a hint of frustration. The rookie’s bold statement came after being slammed for a critical error in the third quarter, when he mishandled a crucial kickoff, leading to an easy touchdown for the Seahawks.
The incident sent shockwaves through the Steelers' fanbase and across the NFL, with critics quickly jumping on the young running back’s mistake. Many have labeled Johnson’s performance as “costly,” “unfocused,” and “rookie-level,” but Johnson isn’t fazed by the negative attention.
“I’m sick of the haters. I’m gonna use this to fuel me. Next game, you’ll see a whole different Kaleb Johnson,” he added, clearly fired up about proving his doubters wrong.
Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin didn’t mince words, calling Johnson’s mistake “unacceptable,” but also emphasizing the importance of growing through adversity. “Every player in this league has their ups and downs. What matters is how you respond,” Tomlin stated. "Kaleb’s got the talent, but he’s got to show it on the field. He’s got to rise above the noise."
Johnson’s fire isn’t just about silencing critics. He’s determined to prove that his presence on the field is no fluke. “I’ve got a lot to prove. And I’m gonna prove it,” he said. “I’m not here for the cheers. I’m here to make plays, make my team better, and show every single person who doubts me that they were wrong.”
It’s clear that Johnson is fed up with being the target of criticism. The next game is shaping up to be a major turning point for him, and Steelers fans will be eagerly watching to see if Johnson can turn his frustration into a dominant performance.
With the Steelers’ offense struggling in recent weeks, this could be the perfect moment for Johnson to showcase his skills and secure a more prominent role in the team’s offense. If he can channel his anger into performance, he could easily become the player the Steelers have been looking for in the backfield.
Cam Newton didn’t hold back calling the Cowboys secondary a disaster and Trevon Diggs a liability for the team
While the Dallas Cowboys defeating the New York Giants in Week 2 may have seemed like a minor miracle, we can chalk it up to a brilliant performance from Dallas quarterback Dak Prescott with the game on the line matched only by an equally disastrous finish for Giants quarterback Russell Wilson.
While the Cowboys walked away with a thrilling, 40-37 victory to even their record at 1-1-1, what can’t be overlooked is that before Wilson’s disastrous interception in overtime set up the game-winning field goal for the Cowboys … he absolutely torched the Dallas secondary by going 30-of-41 passing for 450 yards and 3 touchdowns.
Giants receiver Malik Nabers had 9 receptions for 167 yards and 2 touchdowns while Giants receiver Wan’Dale Robinson had 8 receptions for 142 yards and 1 touchdown.
That led former NFL MVP quarterback Cam Newton to call out the Cowboys secondary — specifically NFL All-Pro cornerback Trevon Diggs — on ESPN’s First Take on September 15.
“Trevon Diggs, why are we always seeing you at the end of some really long, disastrous play for your team that’s a huge play for the other team?” Newton asked. “The Dallas pass defense needs to be addressed.”
Through the first 2 games of the regular season, Diggs has been one of the NFL’s worst cornerbacks, according to Pro Football Focus. His 50.7 overall grade puts him at 109th out of 140 eligible players at his position and he leads the NFL in QB passer rating allowed (158.3).
Cowboys Dealing With Injuries In Secondary
Diggs, a 2-time Pro Bowler and 2021 NFL All-Pro, is coming off his second consecutive season with a season ending knee injury. He only played 2 games in 2023 before he tore his ACL and played 11 games in 2024 before he needed surgery to repair the same knee.
He came to training camp in 2025 facing questions over his work ethic focused squarely on the rehab process for his knee — questions from the very top of the franchise — but worked his way onto the 53-man roster to start the season.
Against the Giants, the Cowboys were without NFL All-Pro cornerback DaRon Bland, who was out with a foot injury. Bland missed 10 games in 2024 with a foot injury but still received a 4-year, $90 million contract extension from the Cowboys on August 31.
Diggs has his own massive contract — he signed a 5-year, $97 million contract extension with the Cowboys in July 2023.
Social Media Doesn’t Spare Diggs From Wrath
NFL observers and Cowboys fans tore Diggs to shreds over his sputtering performance against the Giants.
“According to PFF, Cowboys CB Trevon Diggs allowed four receptions for 104 yards and two touchdowns in coverage,” The Fort Worth Star Telegram’s Nick Harris wrote on his official X account on September 15. “He also allowed a perfect 158.3 passer rating on throws targeting him. He finished with a 42.4 overall grade and 38.6 coverage grade.”
“Trevon Diggs is the worst CB in football,” X user Griffin Tuley wrote on September 14. “This dude sucks, get him off the team.”
“MALIK NABERS ABSOLUTELY OBLITERATES TREVON DIGGS DOWN THE SIDELINE,” X user Malik Nabers Szn wrote after one catch.
“Have so many thoughts from yesterday’s game,” X user Foots The King wrote on September 15. “I understand blaming (defensive coordinator) Matt Eberflus but watching the film … Players have to be better. Primarily Trevon Diggs.”
