Weaver apologizes on Twitter for slavery reference

Wednesday, March 23, 2011
Posted: 1:22 p.m.
CSNPhilly.com

A day after Leonard Weaver said he agreed with comments made by Vikings running back Adrian Peterson comparing the NFLs business model to modern-day slavery, the Eagles fullback has issued an apology on Twitter.

Speaking with CSNs Derrick Gunn on Tuesday, a clearly heated Weaver said the NFL needs to stop treating us basically like Adrian Peterson said, like slaves.

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I first want to apologizes for the bad choice ode words (sic), and using the word slavery, Weaver said in a tweet Wednesday morning.

In posts to the social networking site, Weaver said he believes he came off the wrong way, and expressed regret for the comments he made and those whom he disappointed.

Now, that I have seen the televised interview, I will say that it was hard for me to watch and after thinking about it, I've come to the conclusion that I represented my family, friends and organization the wrong way, Weaver tweeted. I'm sorry for those words I used and if I offend anyone, please forgive me.

In addition to Weaver and Peterson, Washington Redskins defensive tackle Albert Haynesworth has also made comments comparing the NFLs current labor model to slavery. All three players are among the highest-paid at their position.