Patrick Queen, the newly signed linebacker for the Pittsburgh Steelers, has expressed his anticipation for playing against his former team, the Ravens, stating he wants to be seen as a 'villain', a role he's never assumed before in his career. Queen, who had previously encountered Steelers' coach Mike Tomlin, shared a moment where Tomlin's competitive banter made him momentarily want to fight, reflecting the intensity of their future matchups. Despite his past as a Raven, Queen looks forward to his role with the Steelers, citing Tomlin as a significant reason for his move and expressing respect for teammates like Jaylen Warren, whom he acknowledged as a 'strong as hell' and 'hell of a running back' formidable opponent. Queen's transition from a Raven to a Steeler is marked by his desire 'to be a leader' and make an impact, as he joins other new signings like DeShon Elliott, who also praised Tomlin's influence.
Patrick Queen goes from wanting to fight Mike Tomlin to playing for him. https://t.co/LneTfDj6p6
'I want to be that villain.' Patrick Queen is excited to be facing his old team twice a year. 😤 (🎥: @matthewluciow92) https://t.co/fo1zbQ6nL8
Patrick Queen on facing the Ravens now as a Steeler: “I want to be that villain. I want to be that guy. I’m looking to do some stuff to them.” https://t.co/wJHIcOwHVz
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Steelers newly signed Patrick Queen says Jaylen Warren was the guy he hated playing against calling him, "strong as hell" https://t.co/qVZsweatjN
Patrick Queen asked if he had a personal rivalry with anyone in the Steelers locker room right now from his time with the Ravens. He bowed his head and laughed: "Mr. Warren." Called Jaylen Warren a "hell of a running back." and he's looking forward to backs-on-backs at…
Patrick Queen says he's never been a villain before in his career: "I hate being that guy, but it is what it is."
Mike Tomlin nods along as Patrick Queen says he's in Pittsburgh to be a leader.
New Steeler LB Patrick Queen, who said said he "wants to be a villain," also laughed said he might've had a "hunch" that he'd be a Steeler one day when Mike Tomlin chirped at him that he wasn't a Raven. Said in that moment, though, he "wanted to fight him."
New Steelers LB @Patrickqueen_ on what it'll be like to play the Ravens as a rival. "It will be weird but I want to be that villain, I want to be that guy."
New Steelers linebacker Patrick Queen was asked why he was attracted to the Steelers. He gestured to Mike Tomlin and said "That guy right there."