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Report: Antonio Brown Mistaken for Shirtless Fan, Almost Tackled by Security

Antonio Brown's career with the Buccaneers ended in strange fashion Sunday as he exited the field at MetLife Stadium in the second half of the team's game against the Jets.

Brown took his jersey and shirt off before running through the end zone, and his exit briefly confused security at MetLife Stadium, per Fox Sports' Jen Hale. Stadium security reportedly mistook Brown for a shirtless fan, though they ultimately held off on approaching Brown.

Buccaneers coach Bruce Arians confirmed Brown's career in Tampa is over during Sunday's postgame press conference. Brown was benched by Arians in the third quarter before taking off his shoulder pads and jersey.