Aqib Talib, a captain of the 5-11 Broncos last season, says he blames the team’s poor performance on someone who didn’t even take the field last season.

Talib placed the blame on The Denver Post’s sports columnist Mark Kiszla, citing what he perceived to be a negative slant in his columns last season.

“@markkiszla I blame you and all of your negative stories all year,” Talib wrote on Twitter. “Why do you cover the Broncos if you hate them?”

@markkiszla I blame you and all of your negative stories all year. Why do you cover the Broncos if you hate them? https://t.co/bHw9IPHgvJ — AqibTalib21 (@AqibTalib21) March 4, 2018

The tweet came in response to Kiszla’s weekly “Kickin’ it with Kiz” article, in which the columnist responds to readers’ questions and comments. In this Sunday’s edition, Kiszla wrote:

“For a clue as to why the Broncos fell to 5-11 in 2017, look no further than Talib. Oh, he can still play cornerback at a Pro Bowl level. But when the Broncos voted him as a captain, they put a joker in charge of the locker room. Skill matters. But leadership does, too. Any NFL team can use a little of the poke-em-in-the-eye craziness that Talib brings to a defense. But few successful NFL teams put that kind of crazy in a position of authority.”

Talib’s response generated a large amount of reaction on social media and even became fodder for local sports talk radio.

The reaction on Twitter ran the gamut. Some were shocked. Some agreed with Talib. Others felt Kiszla’s opinion was spot on. Here’s some of the reaction:

Good for you Talib 💙💙💙💙 pic.twitter.com/m5A91kur0j — StansB1GFan 🏈🎈🌽☠️♥️ (@saf2564) March 4, 2018

You Rulz Talib !!!!!!!!!!! pic.twitter.com/8tTWCihi9S — Justin Sanders (@volcom_zero18) March 4, 2018

Because it had nothing to do with the “coach” right?! Or how about that o-line? Or maybe even the sub-par (and that’s putting it nicely) play at QB? But yea sure, let’s put the blame solely on one person. 🙄 pic.twitter.com/cGjXQxD87R — Nicole (@whatluvsabout) March 5, 2018

I’m sure your antics on the field had nothing to do with the morale of the team. Maybe if you stop ripping people property off their necks you’d be a better player. — Rich B (@igod316) March 4, 2018

Not too many positive stories to tell in a 5-11 season that included a suspension. — Felix Corral (@FelixKnowsNFL) March 5, 2018

Man… him blaming the entire season going wrong on you must be a real poke in the eye, huh? — Andrew Raschke (@ar_dizzle) March 4, 2018

A real leader wouldn’t have that reaction. That being said, love your work on the field. — Steve Connell (@electricsnail7) March 4, 2018

Ridiculous for @markkiszla to blame you, @AqibTalib21!! How many competent QB’s did we have? How well did the OC design a scheme based on strengths of offense? Sheesh. Seems like this guy is just looking for a scapegoat. Much blame to go around. — Barbara (@Dr_Sprout) March 4, 2018

Maybe he doesn't like chain-snatching eye-pokers — #LackOfWorries (@clarkfreaknkent) March 4, 2018

Ouch, but a bit true…. — NBA Rigged (@NBArigged) March 4, 2018

I hear what your saying Aqib some people that cover the broncos only think about trying to make the big story trying to find all the negative and talking about it all the time just can’t discuss it a couple of times and move on got to keep on digging for more trash to talk about — Matt Grajeda (@GrajedaMatt) March 4, 2018

Had NOTHING to do with VJ being in over his head…right? Naw…Had to be 21. What a fn joke. — db (@7bronco7) March 4, 2018

Agreed Aqib! Uncalled for. — Ty Walden (@tyflyguy15) March 4, 2018

Aqib is my favorite Bronco! Love it! — Wes Mantooth (@RyanCaufield1) March 4, 2018

Love me some @AqibTalib21. Kick in’ it with Kiz is newsprint I use in my dogs’ kennels — Jeffrey Fleischman (@jfleisch22) March 5, 2018

Please know media personalities do not represent Bronco Country! — Lynn Owen Ault II (@LynnOAult) March 4, 2018