Chad Ochocinco Drops $28,000 on Gifts for Teammates

Published: 30th Jan 12 11:50 am
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by Michael Terrill
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Chad Ochocinco Drops $28,000 on Gifts for Teammates
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New England Patriots wide receiver Chad Ochocinco had easily the worst season of his NFL career but it still has a chance to end up being the most memorable.

In 15 games, Ochocinco has 15 receptions for 276 yards and a touchdown. Since he has been unable to show his gratitude on the field he has instead decided to shower his teammates with gifts. Ochocinco spent roughly $28,000 on Beats by Dre Headphones for every member of the Patriots. The headphones were designed by rapper/producer Dr. Dre and are considered the best in the business.

Safety James Ihedigbo and guard Nick McDonald are among several players who took to Twitter to show their appreciation.

S/O to the big homie @Ochocinco for buying the whole team beatsbydre’s!!!! #fresh,” said Ihedigbo.

“Thanks ocho.. You the man,” said McDonald who also attached a photo of the headphones.

Clearly Ochocinco feels horrible about how he has performed this season for a team who took a chance on him after the fallout with the Cincinnati Bengals. On the other hand, maybe he is just thankful the Patriots are giving him a legitimate shot at a Super Bowl ring instead of cutting him mid-season like they did with Albert Haynesworth.

Ochocinco wasn’t the only Patriot to give his teammates gifts this week. Quarterback Tom Brady gave each member of the team UGG boots as a reward for making it to Super Bowl XLVI. Obviously, he did not do this because of guilt but rather as a way to show his gratitude and motivate the team. Brady and UGG teamed up last fall to launch a new men’s line that featured footwear, outerwear and accessories.

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