Titans Receiver A.J. Brown Encourages Others to…

NASHVILLE – A.J. Brown has a million-dollar smile.

He’s also worth millions.

But the Titans receiver, one of the team’s brightest young stars, isn’t afraid to admit things haven’t always been perfect in his world.

Last week, in a social media post, Brown pulled back the curtain on his life by sharing a powerful message about depression and suicide. He admitted he had thoughts of taking his own life last year.

On Thursday, Brown spoke to reporters on Thursday to follow up on his message about a “dark time” in his life.

“I posted the video because I wanted to encourage others to seek help whenever they are down,” Brown said. “I didn’t take into consideration really what depression really was. I always just brushed it off. I grew up just brushing off my feelings, and it got the best of me. I just wanted to put out a positive message that I’m still here, I’m growing, I’m still learning, I’m blessed, and I have a lot to be grateful for, and someone was there for me.

“So, reach out to your loved ones and ask them how they are doing and listen to them, because it is important.”

“I know for me, walking around with a smile, that’s easy to put on – everybody can do it,” Brown continued. “But when we go home, some of us have real-life problems. That’s why I said: Just talk to someone, reach out.”