Seattle Seahawks safety Jamal Adams defended his since-deleted social media post in which he fired back at an NFL reporter who criticized his play. Adams stood by his intention to get the reporter to leave him alone, stating that disrespect is disrespect and he responded accordingly. He also mentioned that he and the reporter have a history of not liking each other. Coach Pete Carroll addressed the situation and said that Adams realized he needed to take down the post. Adams described his conversation with Carroll as a great one.

• Jamal Adams defended his response to an NFL reporter's criticism of his play
• Adams stated that disrespect is disrespect and he responded to get the reporter to leave him alone
• Adams and the reporter have a history of not liking each other
• Coach Pete Carroll addressed the situation and Adams took down the post
• Adams described his conversation with Carroll as a great one