New York Giants legend Tiki Barber has unleashed a furious tirade against Buffalo Bills superstar Josh Allen, branding the quarterback's comments about college athlete Jaxson Dart as "incredibly disrespectful" in a dramatic NFL feud that's set social media alight.
The controversy erupted when Allen, during his appearance on the 'Bussin' With The Boys' podcast, criticised Ole Miss quarterback Jaxson Dart's performance against his alma mater, the University of Wyoming. Allen's remarks have sparked one of the most heated exchanges seen in the football world this season.
Barber's Blistering Response on WFAN
Barber, never one to mince words, responded with spectacular fury during his popular WFAN radio show 'Evan and Tiki'. The Giants icon delivered a passionate defence of Dart while tearing into Allen's perspective with brutal honesty.
"Who are you to say that about a kid?" Barber demanded, his voice rising with indignation. "You're Josh Allen! The franchise quarterback for the Buffalo Bills! And you're criticising a college kid who's just trying to make his way?"
The Comments That Started the Firestorm
The incendiary remarks began when Allen analysed Dart's performance against Wyoming, where the Ole Miss quarterback completed 13-of-24 passes for 144 yards with no touchdowns. While Allen acknowledged Dart's toughness, he questioned his decision-making and overall performance in what became a 28-14 victory for Wyoming.
Barber particularly took issue with Allen's assessment that Dart "wasn't anything special" during the game, viewing the criticism as both unnecessary and coming from an inappropriate source given Allen's current status in the game.
A Clash of NFL Perspectives
This explosive exchange highlights the growing tension between current NFL stars and former players who now work in media. Barber, having transitioned successfully from the field to the broadcast booth, demonstrated no hesitation in calling out what he perceived as poor judgement from one of the league's biggest names.
The incident also raises questions about the appropriateness of established NFL stars criticising college athletes who are still developing their skills and reputation in the game.
Social Media Erupts
Football fans have flooded social media platforms with reactions to the spat, with opinions sharply divided. Some have supported Barber's defence of the college quarterback, while others believe Allen was simply offering honest analysis of a game he watched closely given his connection to Wyoming.
What remains clear is that this dramatic exchange has added another layer of intrigue to the NFL offseason, proving that even without games being played, football can still generate headlines and heated debates.
