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Ex-NFL Star Defends Robinson's Controversial Slur Usage

12/13/2025

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Quentin Jammer, a former NFL player, defended Bijan Robinson's use of a gay slur and urged him to retract his apology, saying the backlash was unwarranted.
Robinson used the phrase “smear the q—r” during a play discussion and later apologized.
Jammer previously admitted to playing drunk in several games and urged bringing back smear the q—r.
His remarks have drawn attention to ongoing discussions about language and accountability in sports.

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Quentin Jammer, a former NFL player, defended Bijan Robinson's use of a gay slur and urged him to retract his apology, saying the backlash was unwarranted.
Robinson used the phrase “smear the q—r” during a play discussion and later apologized.
Jammer previously admitted to playing drunk in several games and urged bringing back smear the q—r.
His remarks have drawn attention to ongoing discussions about language and accountability in sports.