Kevin Youkilis was forced to play some defense on Twitter on Monday.
The former Boston Red Sox infielder found himself under fire on social media for being a fan of the Cincinnati Bengals. Youkilis, along with being a part of Red Sox lore, also is Tom Brady’s brother-in-law, which led to many Patriots fans coming at Youk for not being a New England “fan.”
Youkilis was having none of it.
Here’s the tweet that started it all:
Now, the replies:
Youkilis also had to defend the honor of Cincinnati’s staple food chain Skyline Chili:
You have to credit Youkilis for sticking with his hometown team, especially considering it’s the Bengals. And we certainly don’t think it makes for awkward holidays with the in-laws, either.
Keep doing you, Youk, even if we’re definitely all out on Skyline Chili
