Angel Reese's Mom Claps Back at Robert Griffin III's Fame-Chasing Moves

Former NFL quarterback Robert Griffin III has once again stirred controversy with his recent remarks. Early Thursday morning, the 2012 Heisman Trophy winner from Baylor issued a statement in support of Chicago Sky's Angel Reese, following the release of an image featuring Reese alongside a monkey graphic on the cover of NBA 2K26. Griffin strongly denounced the racist portrayal, asserting, "There is no place for racism in this world," and insisted that no athlete should be depicted in such a degrading manner. While expressing reluctance to stand up for Reese due to previous criticisms, he felt compelled to defend her amid a heated exchange with former teammate Ryan Clark. As the discussion escalated, Reese and her mother disputed Griffin's assertions, claiming that his interpretation misrepresented their viewpoints and urged him to refrain from involvement. In response, Griffin reiterated his intention to combat racism, rejecting any claims of misunderstanding regarding his statements.