Former New England Patriots safety Rodney Harrison is being called out on social media, following his harsh comments relating to New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson on Sunday night.
The Jets faced the Kansas City Chiefs at MetLife Stadium, and Harrison was helping conduct an interview with Chiefs’ pass-rusher Chris Jones, when an awkward exchange ensued. Harrison called Wilson “garbage” and seemingly tried to coax Jones into agreeing with him.
Buy Patriots TicketsHowever, Jones took the high road, while Harrison continued to hammer down on his stance.
“But watching that tape, man, you’ve got to look at this dude and say, ‘Oh, he is garbage. We should really tear him apart.'” said Harrison.
he was doing way too much. unprofessional as i’ve ever seen pic.twitter.com/o6ouahzEOZ
— BLEEDEM (@stefanskifan) October 2, 2023
After struggling against the Patriots in Week 3, Wilson actually had a decent showing against a Chiefs team that’s widely regarded as a Super Bowl contender. He went 28-of-39 passing for 245 yards and two touchdowns in the game.
But regardless of how Wilson performed, most felt like the former Patriots legend went too far in his criticisms of the young quarterback on national television.
Let’s check out some of the reactions to the incident that have been coming through on social media.
What exactly happened with Rodney Harrison and Chris Jones last night while talking about Zach Wilson?@TaylorLewan77 does not understand the shot pic.twitter.com/ikpo4irRBu
— Up & Adams (@UpAndAdamsShow) October 2, 2023
Gained a lot of Respect for Chris Jones for how he handled these questions 🤝
Rodney Harrison is a professional bozo who should be fired or suspended
pic.twitter.com/rC7gbeNQRz— Joe’s Picks (@Joes_Picks) October 2, 2023
Rodney Harrison completely tearing down Zach Wilson last night was completely unprofessional. Embarrassing for him and to the network.
— Brandon Tierney (@BrandonTierney) October 2, 2023
I’ve been hard on Chris Jones for holding out on his team to get money, but he handled this interview with complete class and professionalism. Also, Rodney Harrison, get a life bum
— SuperDennyGumper (@DennyGumper) October 2, 2023
got a lot of respect for Chris Jones not leaning into where Rodney Harrison was clearly trying to take this topic. unprofessional comments from an analyst, but a respectable reaction from Jones pic.twitter.com/PoTGnX8V4j
— Jack Stollow (@jetsbyjack) October 2, 2023
Since Rodney Harrison wants to call Zach Wilson "garbage", here's a reminder that Harrison couldn't prevent David Tyree from making one of the most ridiculous catches in NFL history. Not only did this lead to the Giants winning the 07-08 Super Bowl, it also ended the Patriots… pic.twitter.com/zGB6Kdw2iU
— Coach Russo (@MrRussoHealth) October 2, 2023
This is a fantastic job by Chris Jones.
So much respect for how he handled this situation that Rodney Harrison shouldn't have put him in. https://t.co/bTejfJdRXj
— Bills Chat Podcast (@BillsChatPod) October 2, 2023
Big respect to Chris Jones. Now, show the rest of Rodney Harrison’s baiting comments @SNFonNBC 🗑️ 🗑️ 🗑️ https://t.co/yJTsWzR0Y2
— Hemā Heimuli Jr. (@x_hems) October 2, 2023
Respect for Chris Jones is through the roof. Rodney Harrison in the toilet. pic.twitter.com/BDaLgdpLOt
— ThatsGoodSports (@BrandonPerna) October 2, 2023
Rodney Harrison is the biggest loser. I can't believe he has me defending Zach Wilson but this was so forced and good for Chris Jones not falling into his trap pic.twitter.com/CS7r9m5xoN
— Marty Mush (@martymush) October 2, 2023
Rodney Harrison should be better than this. You're not sitting around the locker room BS-ing with the fellas.
You're wearing a suit and analyzing professionally for a national TV audience. Do better. https://t.co/x1wHfnKmRl
— Rob VanKammen (@RobVanKammen) October 2, 2023
What is Rodney Harrison doing? In that role, on the field doing an interview? This isn’t it, man. pic.twitter.com/nAgrozgHnb
— Grant Paulsen (@granthpaulsen) October 2, 2023
In regards to Rodney Harrison:
As unprofessional as he was on @SNFonNBC I was not surprised by him comments.
He made his career as a dirty NFL player and is still bitter about not being a HOFer.
Him disparaging players after good games is pretty on brand for him.#Jets
— Nick Faria (@Nick_Faria1720) October 2, 2023
Rodney Harrison was completely out of line with his classless behavior following the Jets loss.
Rodney Harrison is not a professional.@Rodney_Harrison https://t.co/rBtczBNBVu
— Total Blue Sports (@TotalBlueSports) October 2, 2023
Rodney Harrison once again re-affirming why he's a jerk & 99% of football fans hate him. Kudos to Chris Jones for keeping it classy here. #Jets https://t.co/MM24a7A4ul
— Play Like A Jet (@Playlikeajet1) October 2, 2023
Rodney Harrison is a real POS for this segment. #Jets pic.twitter.com/2q5B3gXDNw
— Jets Today (@NYJetsToday_) October 2, 2023
This is a fantastic job by Chris Jones.
So much respect for how he handled this situation that Rodney Harrison shouldn't have put him in. https://t.co/bTejfJdRXj
— Bills Chat Podcast (@BillsChatPod) October 2, 2023
This is a bad look for Rodney Harrison. Trying to coax an answer out of one of the best players in football to fit his narrative. Chris just played 60 mins against the guy. https://t.co/pVfeNipcj1
— Lawrence Tynes (@lt4kicks) October 2, 2023
Wow.. Rodney Harrison hasn’t looked this bad since Tyree dunked on him pic.twitter.com/KbZBrAjPPT
— New York Revival (@NewYorkRevival) October 2, 2023
This explains Rodney Harrison pic.twitter.com/IazF5pQsCY
— scottyd88 (@scottyd8892) October 2, 2023