Washington Commanders rookie cornerback Emmanuel Forbes had had a busy week. The first-round pick has been front and center during Washington’s two days of joint practices with the Baltimore Ravens.
Forbes has had some good moments lining up against Baltimore’s receivers, such as Odell Beckham, Jr. He’s also lost some battles, too. It’s training camp and an excellent learning experience for Forbes—win or lose.
On Tuesday, Forbes made headlines when he was involved in a scuffle with Baltimore wide receiver Tylan Wallace. Wallace took exception to Forbes swiping for the football after a short completion and threw a punch. Forbes punched him back, and other players surrounded them.
In the mini-melee, Baltimore wide receiver Devin Duvernay came in from behind Forbes and tossed him to the ground.
Check it out.
And here it is. The first fight of joint practices between the #Ravens and #Commanders.
Tylan Wallace vs. Emmanuel Forbes Jr.
Devin Duvernay flying in.
Laquon Treadwell with a good shot too.
Mark Andrews involved in another scirmish on the next snap. pic.twitter.com/j4Eb8g6YGb
— Shawn Stepner (@StepnerWMAR) August 15, 2023
A little bit of a cheap shot, right?
Coming up from behind a 170-pound cornerback and throwing him to the ground? Regardless of which side you are on, Duvernay has become Baltimore’s favorite son for something that had nothing to do with football.
For his part, Forbes downplayed the fight, saying it was just two guys competing, “iron sharpens iron” situation, Forbes said.
On Wednesday night, the Ravens’ official Twitter released their latest “Wallpaper Wednesday” featuring Duvernay. Forbes was paying attention.
Lol that’s funny… https://t.co/kfZChrSN5R
— Emmanuel Forbes Jr💫⚡️ (@emmanuelforbes7) August 17, 2023
Of course, as is typical with social media, Ravens’ fans quickly roasted Forbes, showing clips of the plays in which he was beaten. Curiously, none of Forbes’ positive plays were brought up.
Just another fun night on Twitter…….or X.
