One of the first reactions was from Brown’s soon-to-be new quarterback, Derek Carr:

Raiders defensive lineman PJ Hall seemed stunned by the news:

Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas was impressed:

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The NBA world had some thoughts, too.

Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard, who was born and raised in Oakland, is thrilled that AB84 is on his way to Oaktown:

Nets forward Jared Dudley lauded Brown’s successful Pittsburgh exit strategy and the fact Brown went from zero to 30 (million) in guaranteed money under his new deal:

The Timberwolves’ Twitter account, meanwhile, resumed its exchange with Brown:

Brown responded: