Jets DL Sheldon Richardson refers to Ferguson police officer Darren Wilson as 'pig'

New York Jets second-year defensive lineman Sheldon Richardson stirred the pot early Tuesday morning as he referred to Ferguson, Missouri police officer Darren Wilson as a "pig."

It is a platform for which anybody can speak their mind to the entire world, and has become every professional team's worst nightmare. It is Twitter.

On his personal Twitter account, Richardson tweeted about how bad a day Monday was for him.

"NOT A HAPPY CAMPER PPL got my ass kicked today n they let this pig get off. I just hope my fam okay.STL YOU ARE ALWAYS IN MY PRAYERS."

Richardson is a native of St. Louis, has family and friends down there, and apparently has very strong feelings about the verdict that came down, clearing Wilson of all charges in relation to the death of Michael Brown. The tweet occurred after his Jets were blown-out by the Buffalo Bills, 38-3 on Monday night.

Perhaps frustration is involved? Or maybe this is actually the way he feels. Regardless of the reasoning behind the words, people in the media spotlight will be highlighted anytime the slightest controversial thing is said. Twitter has given immense power to everybody, and because of that, thinking long and hard before typing is now a must.

Richardson currently has 28 tackles and 3.5 sacks for the 2-9 Jets, notes Pro Football Reference.

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