Antonio Brown Plea Hearing Postponed in Miami Court
The former NFL star faces a new court date on October 28.
Updated on Oct. 1, 2026 in Football
Antonio Brown, the 38-year-old former NFL player, had his plea hearing delayed by a judge currently presiding over another trial. Brown remains under ankle monitor supervision in Miami while the court reviews a proposed plea deal.
Why it matters
The case carries significant stakes for the former athlete, who faces up to 30 years in prison if convicted of the original attempted murder charge filed after a May 2025 incident. The court is now evaluating a potential no-contest plea to aggravated assault.
Brown faces a maximum of 30 years in prison if convicted of the original attempted murder charge from the May 2025 incident. The next plea hearing is officially set for October 28.
The players
Antonio Brown
The 38-year-old former NFL wide receiver who played 12 seasons and is currently a defendant in Miami court.
Zul-Qarnain Kwame Nantambu
The individual involved in the incident who does not intend to cooperate with law enforcement.
The details
Judge proceedings were paused because the presiding judge is currently occupied with a separate trial. Brown, who was extradited from Dubai in November 2025, remains monitored as the court works toward a resolution involving a no-contest plea to aggravated assault and a sentence of probation. The proceedings will continue in Miami on the new date.
Timeline
The incident involving Antonio Brown occurred in May 2025.
Brown was extradited from Dubai in November 2025.
A court hearing was held in Miami on September 30, 2026.
The next plea hearing is scheduled for October 28, 2026.
Beyond the 305
The proposed plea deal for probation marks a significant shift from the 30-year maximum sentence allowed under Florida's standard sentencing guidelines for the original attempted murder charge. This follows the legal pattern often seen in high-profile criminal cases where charges are negotiated.
Residents should note that the case will return to the local court docket on October 28. Brown remains under ankle monitor supervision in the area while the judge finishes her current trial.
The takeaway
The court's decision to delay the plea hearing reflects the complexity of balancing a potential plea deal against the severity of the initial charges. Follow the October 28 court date for updates on whether the judge accepts the agreement.
What happens next
The court is scheduled to reconvene for the plea hearing on October 28, 2026.
Further reading
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