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Monday was Antonio Brown's big debut on the hit TV show 'Dancing With the Stars'. He performed a quickstep with his dance partner Sharna Burgess, and of course the pair donned black and gold apparel. Brown was also sporting a fresh Lego cut for the occasion. Not to mention, several members of the Pittsburgh Steelers were in the studio audience supporting their teammate.
RT to wish @steelers WR @AntonioBrown84 & partner, @SharnaBurgess, GOOD LUCK on @DancingABC! #DTWS #teamBOOMIN pic.twitter.com/BAEx1ACjaD
— NFL Now (@NFLNow) March 21, 2016
I love that @lawrencetimmons, @theDHB85 & co were there to support @AntonioBrown84 on #DWTS #Steelers #SteelerNation pic.twitter.com/T4zq0sgUvg
— Scott Juba (@ScottJuba) March 22, 2016
.@steelers in the house to support @AntonioBrown84 on @DancingABC! #DWTS pic.twitter.com/qJWqP69xVu
— NFL (@NFL) March 22, 2016
Brown and Burgess scored 21 out of 30 points for their performance. Judges mentioned that Brown needs to focus on technical aspects of his routine. I have never watched Dancing with the Stars and my only experience with ballroom dancing is from a college class. (I was so clumsy I had to dance with the old-lady instructor). My non-expert opinion of Brown's routine is that he was dying to bust out some creative moves. He seemed genuinely happy, but part of his expression also said, "Man, when can I start freestyling??"
How can you NOT give @AntonioBrown84 10's w/ that smile? @SharnaBurgess will have another season #TeamBoomin #DWTShttps://t.co/oDwnJVbfCg
— Whipclip (@whipclip) March 22, 2016
Von Miller of the Denver Broncos danced the Foxtrot after Antonio Brown. His routine featured much simpler footwork and also integrated opportunities for Von Miller to dance in a more spontaneous, natural style. Miller and his partner also received a score of 21 from the judges.
Twitter reacted positively to Brown's performance with fans, teammates, and former Steelers weighing in:
Antonio Brown looked a little nervous which is to be expected in first #DWTS performance...He got a 6,7 and 8...He will get better
— Bob Pompeani (@KDPomp) March 22, 2016
Antonio Brown quick step was awesome! He has major skills on the field and on the dance floor #DWTS
— Skyler Stewart (@_yyyyks) March 22, 2016
Pittsburgh's own Bob Pompeani kept things real, noting Antonio Brown's apparent nervousness.
Antonio Brown looked a little nervous which is to be expected in first #DWTS performance...He got a 6,7 and 8...He will get better
— Bob Pompeani (@KDPomp) March 22, 2016
Brown's work ethic and athleticism make him a favorite once he perfects his craft and becomes more comfortable. You can check out clips of Brown's performance below.