Over the years, ex-NFL star Antonio Brown has amassed a net worth of $20 million with various sponsorships and brand endorsements, including his time in the NFL. But despite his million-dollar net worth, Brown still finds himself in a controversy with his ownership of the Albany Empire over players not being paid their cheques. He has 95 percent ownership of this National Arena League franchise after buying out Mike Kwarta’s shares of the franchise. But his debut as a franchise owner has not been a very commendable one. 

Amidst the ongoing controversy at the Albany Empire, Antonio Brown makes headlines once again. This time, he is eyeing a mansion that is worth more than half of his $20 million net worth. 

Antonio Brown eyes luxurious real estate amidst Albany chaos

According to an article by Wendy Liberatore for the Times Union, the former NFL player has his eyes set on acquiring the $12 million Palazzo Riggi estate in Saratoga Springs. It is a 20,000-square-foot mansion that is rigged with all the luxurious amenities one can think of. AB is currently negotiating with the property broker Margie Philo to settle down a deal to acquire this architectural beauty. Philo said, “We are negotiating with him,” without providing further information on the same.

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The Palazzo Riggi is the perfect home for any celebrity. And it seems like Antonio Brown is currently trying to find a way to have a negotiation finalized to acquire it under his name. While wanting to buy real estate is not that big of a deal, this move by Brown comes under scrutiny because of the ongoing controversy he finds himself as the owner of the Albany Empire. It also brings questions about the priorities of AB in his life. Brown already has a luxurious 12-bedroom mansion in Florida worth up to $6.5 million. But the ex-NFL star seems to have his mind set on owning another luxurious piece of real estate.

While AB might be eyeing to add another luxurious real estate under his name, his franchise is allegedly crumbling under his chaotic rule.

The Albany chaos under AB

Ever since AB took over as the owner of the franchise, his abilities as an owner have come under scrutiny. Former HC Damon Ware has come forward to state that the players and coaches have not received their payments for their last two games in April. Apart from this, AB also reportedly locked the players and coach out of their hotel room after they came forward to confront officials of the team over not being paid. When questioned about the lack of payment, AB allegedly sent violent text messages to the former HC. A team that has had back-to-back championships now has a 1-2 start in the new season of the league. Will the Albany Empire be able to retain its former glory amidst all the turbulence?

While AB is preparing to acquire the $12 million mansion amidst accusations of not paying players, where do his priorities actually lie? Does he really want to help the Albany Empire be great again?

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