Aug 31, 2017; Oakland, CA, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Trevone Boykin (2) rushes against the Oakland Raiders during the first half of a NFL football game at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Trevone Boykin Apologizes For Wilson Family Remarks

Originally posted on Stadium Rant | By Levi Omeke | Last updated Dec 10, 2025 12:21 PM ET

Former Seattle Seahawks quarterback Trevone Boykin is apologizing to NFL star Russell Wilson after remarks about spending Thanksgiving with Wilson’s family sparked backlash online. This included a response from Wilson’s mother, calling the comments “opportunistic.”

“We got our own money,” Russell Wilson’s mom stated. She fired back after Boykin’s comments about her son during Thanksgiving.

Boykin’s Ultimate Disrespect

Boykin was apprehended on three occasions during his tenure as a player for the Seahawks. The most recent incident involved an assault on his girlfriend, which resulted in her jaw being fractured. Consequently, he was sentenced to three years of incarceration.

Trevon squandered his opportunity within the NFL. During his moment to address the audience, he demonstrated that he had not evolved from the individual who faced legal issues before the Alamo Bowl.

Boykins acted inappropriately in this situation. Wilson extended an invitation to him to celebrate Thanksgiving at his residence, yet this is the narrative that Boykins chose to convey.

He committed a serious breach of trust by mentioning his children. Wilson welcomed him into his home and offered him a seat at his table, only for Boykins to subsequently show him disrespect.

End Of My Trevone Boykins and Russell Wilson Rant

Jun 13, 2017; Renton, WA, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Trevone Boykin (2) passes during a minicamp practice at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center. Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) stands at right. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images

Wilson welcomed Boykins into his home, similar to Tom Brady hosting Antonio Brown. This scenario highlights a crucial moral: virtuous individuals may extend kindness to those of questionable character, but their generosity is not always acknowledged or appreciated.

Individuals should refrain from making unfair judgments about Wilson, who does not engage in harmful behavior. While Wilson expressed gratitude towards Boykins, concerns were raised years ago about Russell’s lack of connection with players.

This article first appeared on Stadium Rant and was syndicated with permission.

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