If you’re seeking counter-programming while waiting for the NFL playoffs on Championship Sunday, check out the escalating feud between Marcellus Wiley and Ryan Clark. On his Tuesday podcast, Wiley shared a clip from ESPN’s Get Up during last season’s playoffs, where Clark criticized Josh Allen following the Buffalo Bills’ loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. Clark stated, “At some point, Josh Allen is going to have to beat the other great quarterbacks in the AFC,” refusing to excuse the Bills quarterback’s performance. Wiley then contrasted this with Clark’s recent supportive post about Lamar Jackson after the Ravens’ defeat against Allen’s Bills.
You fought 8! Gave your team the chance. Had adversity in the first half & kept pushing. Did everything you had to in the 2nd half to earn extra minutes. That’s the way it goes when it’s good on good. This ain’t on you, you showed up in the most important moments @Lj_era8!
— Ryan Clark (@Realrclark25) January 20, 2025
Wiley pointed out that Clark seemed to give Jackson a softer landing compared to his critique of Allen, leading Wiley to accuse Clark of race baiting. However, it’s worth noting that Clark did initially commend Allen for his performance before addressing Jackson’s situation. Wiley argued, “Do you see the difference in tone and intention of RC after a Lamar Jackson loss with good numbers versus a Josh Allen loss? This highlights Clark’s hypocrisy and race baiting.”
Clark reacted by addressing Wiley’s YouTube clip titled “Ryan Clark Caught Blatantly Race Baiting the Lamar Jackson vs. Josh Allen Debate!” In response, he tweeted:
@marcelluswiley I let you talk about me constantly because I refused to give you life. You just lie bro, & play to people that want somebody they think speaks for us to side with them! So, let me know when you want to ask me face to face about anything! I’ll even do your show!…
— Ryan Clark (@Realrclark25) January 22, 2025
This exchange led to a back-and-forth on X, with Wiley insisting on discussing Clark’s perceived “hypocrisy.” While Wiley appears to be keen to keep their feud in the public eye through social media, Clark claims he’s making attempts for a direct dialogue.
I’m confused by your tone…. Ain’t this you with my drink on your shoulder @Realrclark25 when I see you out? 🧐🤷🏿♂️
Please stop the tough talk on Twitter. We’re both too old for that, but maybe you’re too fake to realize it. Gangsta ain’t me…and it CERTAINLY ain’t you!
So… https://t.co/WRZcR9IMjC pic.twitter.com/tOLwKDn5T9
— Marcellus Wiley (@marcelluswiley) January 22, 2025
Ryan’s Crying Apology video by a pond coming in 3…2…1…🤦🏿♂️@Realrclark25, for the 1000th time, I’m not fighting you, lil’ man! So stop trying to play this tough card for the world, it’s exposing you!
Texting yourself about me on your bat phone & screenshotting it like a… https://t.co/r3GpkhzBcE
— Marcellus Wiley (@marcelluswiley) January 22, 2025
As I thought. You just need to talk about people more important than you, but won’t speak with them. You showed me who you were in person at “Catch” and again here. Go tell your lies. Crazy that someone from @Outkick had more balls than you! https://t.co/YfGMlrTgTo
— Ryan Clark (@Realrclark25) January 22, 2025
I’m done @marcelluswiley! I just called you again. You answered and hung up like the coward you are. I had time, but you don’t have heart. Anyone on this app missing the point about that was already lost to me anyway!
— Ryan Clark (@Realrclark25) January 22, 2025
It’s wild that @outkick, @ClayTravis & @burackbobby_ can see that conversing about differences like professional adults works, & @marcelluswiley would rather laugh and giggle for 10 extra views than have a respectful conversation. https://t.co/v7xccIFLcU
— Ryan Clark (@Realrclark25) January 22, 2025
Both Wiley and Clark present valid points in their disagreement. Wiley critiques Clark’s public statements, which are frequently broadcasted by ESPN and amplified on social media. In turn, Clark accuses Wiley of distorting his opinions to generate traffic for his YouTube channel. Clark is open to dialogue, whether privately or on Wiley’s show, particularly regarding the race baiting accusation. Such an opportunity for discussion would be a reasonable approach to clarify their differing views.
