NFL fines Patrick Mahomes for celebration gesture
NFL fines Patrick Mahomes over $14,000 for using arm gesture resembling a gun to celebrate a touchdown amid crackdown on gun-related celebrations in the league.
Key Points
- NFL fined Patrick Mahomes over $14,000 for a 'violent gesture' resembling a gun celebration.
- League has been concerned about 'gun-related' celebrations and has imposed stricter penalties.
- This season saw 17 fines for 'obscene gestures', a significant increase from the previous year.
Pros
- Highlighting the NFL's efforts to crack down on celebrations resembling guns for safety and messaging reasons.
Cons
- Financial penalty for a seemingly harmless gesture could be seen as excessive.