Patrick Queen Throws Shade At Ravens After Jumping Ship To Steelers

In one of the NFL’s most intriguing offseason storylines, former Baltimore Ravens linebacker Patrick Queen has consistently made headlines through his unexpected feud with his previous team. Queen, now with the Pittsburgh Steelers, appears to have embraced the rivalry wholeheartedly, taking every chance to express his indifference towards the Ravens—though his repeated statements suggest otherwise.

Upon signing a three-year, $41 million contract with the Steelers, Queen asserted that he chose a pay cut in pursuit of greater success, despite departing a Ravens squad known for its regular-season dominance and playoff consistency. This move has ignited a series of social media skirmishes with Ravens fans, who are disappointed to see a player of Queen’s caliber switch allegiances to a fierce competitor.

Queen’s criticisms haven’t stopped at football talk; he’s also taken shots at Baltimore’s living experience, comparing everything from the city’s ambiance to its cuisine unfavorably to Pittsburgh’s. “I don’t care … it’s the truth,” Queen stated in an interview with The Athletic, underscoring his preference for his new environment and even going as far as to critique Baltimore’s cherished food scene.

His comments have not only fueled the fires of one of football’s most intense rivalries but also prompted speculation about his motivations. Whether it’s a calculated move to endear himself to Steelers fans, lingering resentment over the Ravens prioritizing Roquan Smith’s contract over his, or a genuine preference for Pittsburgh, Queen has certainly made his feelings known.

This departure stings particularly for Ravens supporters, who have seen their team lose an All-Pro talent and are now faced with the uncertainty of Trenton Simpson filling Queen’s large shoes next to Roquan Smith. Ravens fans can’t help but hope Queen will one day recognize the grass isn’t always greener, despite the uphill battle the Steelers face in their quest for supremacy.

Queen’s parting shot at Baltimore’s food—favoring Pittsburgh’s pierogis over Baltimore’s renowned fusion of Southern and seafood cuisine—might have hit the hardest. Such comments not only intensify the rivalry but highlight the cultural divide experienced even within the sports world.

As both teams prepare to clash at least twice in the upcoming season, all eyes will be on Queen, whose off-field antics have added an extra layer of intrigue to these already fiercely contested matchups. The intensity of these encounters is anticipated to reach new heights, with Queen’s bold statements ensuring the spotlight will firmly be on him as he faces his former team and, perhaps unwittingly, defends his food preferences.