Following news that Los Angeles Chargers offensive tackle Rashawn Slater signed a four-year, $114 million contract extension, NFL influencer Dov Kleiman stirred controversy on social media.
Kleiman posted on X, formerly Twitter, highlighting that the deal came shortly after Slater finalized his divorce, calling it a “legendary” move. He suggested the timing was strategic, implying that Slater waited until the divorce was settled to ensure his ex-wife wouldn’t benefit financially from the new contract.
Brown Condemns Post, Kleiman Defends Intent as Debate Over Motives Intensifies Online
Stassney Brown, who was married to Slater in 2022, quickly addressed Kleiman’s comments. In a post of her own, she condemned the insinuation, calling it “deplorable” and affirming her support for Slater.
Brown emphasized that the contract had nothing to do with her and urged the public to focus on Slater’s achievements, stating, “He deserves his moment.” Her message aimed to redirect the attention from gossip to celebration of Slater’s professional milestone.
Stassney Brown and Reshawn Slater (NFL)Kleiman responded the following morning, defending his original post. He claimed that his commentary was not about Brown, but rather about Slater’s financial strategy. “I didn’t mention your name,” he argued, accusing Brown of drawing more attention to herself while also claiming to support Slater’s spotlight. The influencer’s rebuttal further fueled the debate, with many questioning the intent and tone of his comments.
Public Defends Brown as Slater Stays Focused on Career Amid Online Backlash
Kleiman faced significant backlash from social media users who criticized him for involving Brown in the narrative, especially after using her image in his posts. One commenter accused him of gaslighting, while others pointed out the inconsistency in his claims of not mentioning her while clearly referencing her role in the divorce.
The online community largely sided with Brown, defending her right to be excluded from a conversation about her ex-husband’s professional life.
Amid the controversy, Rashawn Slater remained focused on celebrating his achievement. He shared a photo on Instagram of himself signing the contract, expressing gratitude to his family and support system.
“Blessed to accomplish a dream of mine with my family by my side,” he wrote. Slater’s post reflected a desire to stay grounded and appreciative, distancing himself from the surrounding drama and reaffirming his commitment to his career and supporters.
