No-fly zone: CJ2K appears serious about a lengthy holdout. (TitansGab.com)
Chris Johnson’s lengthy contract dispute with the Tennessee Titans took an ugly turn Wednesday when he lashed out at fans urging him to get back to work.
Tweeted Johnson:“Can these fake Titan fans STFU on my timeline I don’t have a regular job so don’t compare me to you and I can care less if uthink I’m greedy”
Earlier Wednesday, Johnson had thanked followers for their concern amid his quest for more money: “I like to thank everyone who have me in their prayers thru my situation, it’s much needed.”
The situation between CJ2K and the team appears to be growing uglier. Players often argue that football contracts mean nothing, seeing as a team can cut you at a moment’s notice. From that angle, Johnson is being no more fickle than the team he plays for, especially after accounting for 4,598 rushing yards and 38 total touchdowns in just three seasons.
Trust seems to be an issue here. The Titans said earlier this month they would get a contract done if Johnson reported to camp. He decided against it, leaving the Titans searching for someone to carry the ball until this mess gets figured out.
