Bengals' Adam 'Pacman' Jones Shares Hilarious Tale Of Kicking Out Friend Over Steelers Blanket

The Pittsburgh Steelers and Cincinnati Bengals have cultivated one of the fiercest rivalries in the NFL, fueled by decades of bad blood and bruising encounters. While the AFC North is riddled with bitter matchups, the Steelers-Bengals dynamic stands out for its sheer animosity. 

Steelers fans may harbor grudging respect for the Baltimore Ravens, but when it comes to the Bengals, the feelings are closer to outright disdain. Both teams have engaged in hard-hitting clashes that have often crossed the line from intense to outright hostile, leaving no love lost between the two sides.

Former Bengals cornerback Adam 'Pacman' Jones recently gave fans a glimpse into this fiery rivalry when he joined the 2 Bears, 1 Cave podcast hosted by comedian Tom Segura. Known for his outspoken personality, Jones didn't hold back as he shared humorous stories about his deep-rooted dislike for anything associated with the Steelers. One particular anecdote stood out: Jones recalled a time when he kicked a close friend out of his house for daring to wear black and gold, a cardinal sin in Bengals territory.

"I don't f*** with nothing in Pittsburgh," Jones said. "I don't even date girls from Pittsburgh when I was dating. You've gotta realize, l've never had a reason to like Pittsburgh. My boy came to my house, and I wasn't there. They come into town; it was actually the week that Cincinnati played Pittsburgh. I get in, I walked down like, 'Why you got [that]?' You know what it was? It wasn't even a [jersey]. It was a blanket. I said, 'Hey bro, take that sh** and put it outside. Do not bring that s**t in the house.'"

Jones’ tales perfectly embody the relentless spirit of the Steelers-Bengals rivalry, where even friendships aren't spared in the name of team loyalty. His colorful commentary on the podcast underscores the passion and intensity that define AFC North football, where rivalries are more than just games—they're a way of life. 

For fans on both sides, stories like these are a reminder of why this rivalry remains one of the NFL's most entertaining and personal.

"That's just me. I'm loyal to a team and I don't fu** with Black and Yellow," Jones said. "That's just one team I don't fu** with."

Jones' dislike for the Steelers isn’t surprising. Fans on both sides understand the heated rivalry, so playing in it only intensifies those feelings. Back in 2020, Jones made headlines when a fan sent him a Joe Haden Steelers jersey. Instead of ignoring it, Jones went viral for burning the jersey, a fiery display of just how deeply his hatred for the Black and Gold runs.

Steelers fans share a similar disdain for the Bengals. If a Bengals supporter dared to bring orange-and-black gear into their house, the reaction would likely mirror Jones' response. Rivalry traditions are deeply ingrained in AFC North culture, and loyalty to one’s team leaves no room for neutrality.

It’s both bold and comical that Jones’ friend thought bringing a Steelers blanket to his house—especially during a rivalry game—was a good idea. It’s safe to say that in a rivalry as intense as this, even small gestures like that can spark big reactions.

Steelers' Joey Porter Got Adam 'Pacman' Jones To Crash Out

Jones and the Steelers were no strangers to epic clashes, with one of the most infamous moments coming during a playoff game. Late in the game, Steelers Assistant Coach Joey Porter found himself on the field, jawing with Cincinnati players. Jones took the bait, engaging with Porter and drawing a critical 15-yard penalty. The incident was highly controversial and remains a sore point in the rivalry, likely fueling Jones' deep-seated hatred for the Steelers.

What made the moment even more painful for Bengals fans was how it impacted the game's outcome. The Bengals seemed poised for victory until a fluke fumble gave the Steelers new life. The penalty yards Jones conceded allowed the Steelers to attempt a much easier field goal, which they converted for a walk-off win.

Had Jones kept his cool and avoided the penalty, the Steelers' field goal attempt would have been far more challenging. Instead, the costly mistake directly contributed to a gut-wrenching playoff loss, solidifying the animosity between Jones, the Bengals, and their bitter rivals in Pittsburgh.

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