The Young Sheldon Episode That Incited A Lawsuit Against The FCC

While Young Sheldon is hardly the most surprising comedy on television, the spinoff of The Big Bang Theory did get into trouble in 2019 due to an unfortunate sound effect.

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Young Sheldon isn't exactly the most controversial programme on television right now. Every comedy has its critics,

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but when compared to the foul-mouthed antics of South Park's characters or the immoral actions of It's Always Sunny In Philadelphia's primary crew,

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viewers are unlikely to find anything unexpected or objectionable in The Big Bang Theory spinoff.

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The Big Bang Theory never achieved the ignoble distinction that Young Sheldon may brag about.

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The 25-year-old defensive player hurt his foot on August 6 during a private practise for the Steelers.

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