Cardinals tight end Trey McBride says his sideline trash talk is an instinctive part of playing with passion—not a calculated effort to draw attention. After his comments to Cowboys rookie Caleb Downs went viral, McBride said he’s having fun and doesn’t plan to change who he is, even though he dislikes the spotlight.

Yes, But

McBride’s on-field personality is generating attention through sideline microphones, which he says he often forgets are there. He’s amused by the viral moments, but would rather the focus stay on the competition.

Bottom Line

McBride’s trash talk is part of the same spontaneous, high-energy style that fuels his play—and the cameras are making it part of the show.