Patrick Queen, the former linebacker for the Baltimore Ravens who now plays with the Pittsburgh Steelers, has made a bold statement regarding his new team. He claims that Pittsburgh provides a ‘better atmosphere’ than Baltimore – an assertion bound to stir up some rivalry between these two teams. 🏈
Queen’s transition from Baltimore to Pittsburgh was somewhat controversial and attracted considerable attention in NFL circles. However, he seems to have settled well into his role as a linebacker for the Steelers and is not shy about expressing his preference for his new home.
“Pittsburgh just feels different,” said Queen during an interview session after practice last week. “There’s something about this city and this team that makes me feel more at home.”
While it is common for players to express enthusiasm about their current clubs, Queen’s comments are particularly interesting given they come only months after leaving Baltimore under ambiguous circumstances.
He further explained: “The fans here in Pittsburgh are amazing; they show up no matter what – rain or shine – always cheering us on.” This level of support from fans could indeed make any player feel like part of a family.
However, it wasn’t just fan engagement that won over Queen but also how welcomed he felt within the team itself: “From day one I’ve been accepted by my teammates here in Pittsburgh.”
It should be noted that such statements can sometimes cause tension among rival teams especially when coming from someone who used to play for them before switching sides. But Patrick seems undeterred by potential backlash considering he didn’t hesitate speaking out against his old club.
What remains unclear though is whether these remarks will affect future encounters between The Ravens and The Steelers on field? Will there be added hostility or perhaps extra motivation each time both teams face off?
One thing we know without doubt however is football thrives on competition & rivalry so while Patrick’s words may ruffle few feathers back in Baltimore they’re certain add another layer excitement whenever these two teams meet.
As the NFL season progresses, it will be interesting to see how this rivalry plays out on and off the field. For Queen, his focus remains firmly on doing his best for Pittsburgh: “I’m here now and I want to contribute as much as I can.”
In conclusion, Patrick Queen’s bold statement about Pittsburgh having a ‘better atmosphere’ than Baltimore has added fuel to an already heated rivalry between these two teams. As fans eagerly await their next encounter, one thing is certain – there will be no shortage of drama when they finally face off again.
