Football Goodell enforcing more stupid rules to make the game less fun

RunKC · 08-06-2013, 06:38 PM

Didn't see this posted anywhere, and if so **** it. This deserves its own thread.

No dancing, salutes or spinning ball: NFL cracks down on celebrating
By Will Brinson | NFL Writer
August 6, 2013 1:39 pm ET

The NFL is cracking down on ball-spinning celebrations in 2013. (USATSI)
Steve Smith hasn't really lost a step at the age of 34 -- and he'll tell you as much -- but he might have to figure out a new celebration this season. That's because the NFL will apparently emphasize cracking down against spinning the ball and a number of other player celebrations.

Michael David Smith of Pro Football Talk first pieced together the fact that multiple officials around the league are informing players that spinning the ball in celebration next year could result in a 15-yard penalty.

It's not necessarily a new rule per se, however: "throwing or shoving the ball" already fell under unsportsmanlike penalties in 2012.

Additionally, an NFL spokesperson told Deadspin.com that the league doesn't intend to penalize players who spin the ball in celebration after a touchdown, only on the actual field of play.

Unfortunately for a player like the Panthers' Smith, it's kind of his signature move. He said he'd be willing to make a change or "alter' his spin to comply with the rules however.

“We're working it out,” said Smith said when asked about how he'd handle the change.

There will be LOTS of outrage over the NFL cracking down on players engaging in these sorts of celebrationsl. Some of it is justified: spinning the ball is a cool celebration, requires some skill and is relatively harmless. Spinning the ball -- or spiking it, throwing it, shoving it and pointing it -- is not like making a throat-slashing gesture, which seems forbidden for good reason.

But as long as the league is fine with players spinning after a touchdown, I've got no problem with this, frankly. We don't need someone spinning the ball every single time they pick up a first down. Save the celebrations for the end zone.

Dayze · 08-06-2013, 06:40 PM

I thought the HOF game looked different. I commented in that thread too. Shit my wife even noticed it.

I like it.

Rudy tossed tigger's salad · 08-06-2013, 06:43 PM

Hammock Parties · 08-06-2013, 06:44 PM

No more Tamba posing.

**Mav** · 08-06-2013, 06:46 PM

Wait, in a country that embraces the military, now you are going to ban the SALUTE?

GTFOH with that noise. The first time a ref penalizes a player for saluting, I hope a bunch of vets run out of the stands and beat his ass into oblivion.

**Easy 6** · 08-06-2013, 06:47 PM

I HATE IT.

No, we dont need five minute long dances in the end zone, or after every sack... but every, single, simple little gesture needs to be squashed?

For every good thing this jackass does, he totally jacks up three... i hope and pray he doesnt last as long as Rozell or Tagliabue.

**kysirsoze** · 08-06-2013, 06:45 PM

Really glad Goodell is standing up for that 1% of the fanbase that is so ****ing aggressively lame that they cannot stand the sight of people having fun. It's about damn time.

**Easy 6** · 08-06-2013, 06:49 PM

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Originally Posted by kysirsoze

Really glad Goodell is standing up for that 1% of the fanbase that is so ****ing aggressively lame that they cannot stand the sight of people having fun. It's about damn time.

This, too.

That guy can go fist himself.

Halfcan · 08-07-2013, 10:34 AM

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Originally Posted by kysirsoze

Really glad Goodell is standing up for that 1% of the fanbase that is so ****ing aggressively lame that they cannot stand the sight of people having fun. It's about damn time.

That is about as lame as when the Chiefs would get penalties becasue Horsface said the crowd was TOO LOUD!

**TribalElder** · 08-06-2013, 06:47 PM

This year will be odd. I think people will come unglued when the running back gets an unnecessary roughness penalty for leading with the crown of the helmet.

Moar rule.. Derp

**notorious** · 08-06-2013, 06:47 PM

What about Sammie Parker's celebration?!

Rasputin · 08-06-2013, 07:29 PM

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Originally Posted by notorious

What about Sammie Parker's celebration?!

That's a Kansas City CHIEFS **TOMAHAWK CHOP** FIRST DOWN

**DeezNutz** · 08-06-2013, 06:49 PM

Goodell is a ****ing clown and one of the biggest hypocrites in sports.

**Buehler445** · 08-06-2013, 06:56 PM

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Originally Posted by DeezNutz

Goodell is a ****ing clown and one of the biggest hypocrites in sports.

Ayep.

chiefzilla1501 · 08-06-2013, 07:49 PM

I ****ing hate this rule. Nothing better than creating a potentially game-changing penalty based on a rule where the refs have to make an opinion every time they enforce the rule. That's unfair to put that burden on refs.

I don't want a team to lose a game because a guy celebrated just a little too much for the ref's liking. Where do you draw the line? This rule has nothing to do with football. Fine the guys if it bothers the league. Don't impact the result of the game for this BS.

08-06-2013, 06:38 PM	Topic Starter
RunKC Andy Reid Supporter Join Date: Apr 2012 Casino cash: $2239611	Goodell enforcing more stupid rules to make the game less fun Didn't see this posted anywhere, and if so **** it. This deserves its own thread. No dancing, salutes or spinning ball: NFL cracks down on celebrating By Will Brinson \| NFL Writer August 6, 2013 1:39 pm ET The NFL is cracking down on ball-spinning celebrations in 2013. (USATSI) Steve Smith hasn't really lost a step at the age of 34 -- and he'll tell you as much -- but he might have to figure out a new celebration this season. That's because the NFL will apparently emphasize cracking down against spinning the ball and a number of other player celebrations. Michael David Smith of Pro Football Talk first pieced together the fact that multiple officials around the league are informing players that spinning the ball in celebration next year could result in a 15-yard penalty. It's not necessarily a new rule per se, however: "throwing or shoving the ball" already fell under unsportsmanlike penalties in 2012. Additionally, an NFL spokesperson told Deadspin.com that the league doesn't intend to penalize players who spin the ball in celebration after a touchdown, only on the actual field of play. Unfortunately for a player like the Panthers' Smith, it's kind of his signature move. He said he'd be willing to make a change or "alter' his spin to comply with the rules however. “We're working it out,” said Smith said when asked about how he'd handle the change. There will be LOTS of outrage over the NFL cracking down on players engaging in these sorts of celebrationsl. Some of it is justified: spinning the ball is a cool celebration, requires some skill and is relatively harmless. Spinning the ball -- or spiking it, throwing it, shoving it and pointing it -- is not like making a throat-slashing gesture, which seems forbidden for good reason. But as long as the league is fine with players spinning after a touchdown, I've got no problem with this, frankly. We don't need someone spinning the ball every single time they pick up a first down. Save the celebrations for the end zone.
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Easy 6 pie is never free Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: the drivers seat Casino cash: $3717775	I HATE IT. No, we dont need five minute long dances in the end zone, or after every sack... but every, single, simple little gesture needs to be squashed? For every good thing this jackass does, he totally jacks up three... i hope and pray he doesnt last as long as Rozell or Tagliabue.
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kysirsoze SNAP THE ****ING BALL!!! Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: KCMO Casino cash: $3746946	Really glad Goodell is standing up for that 1% of the fanbase that is so ****ing aggressively lame that they cannot stand the sight of people having fun. It's about damn time.
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TribalElder Arrowhead Trail of Tears Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: KansasCity Casino cash: $2400441	This year will be odd. I think people will come unglued when the running back gets an unnecessary roughness penalty for leading with the crown of the helmet. Moar rule.. Derp
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chiefzilla1501 In Search of a Life Join Date: Aug 2008 Casino cash: $2094497	I ****ing hate this rule. Nothing better than creating a potentially game-changing penalty based on a rule where the refs have to make an opinion every time they enforce the rule. That's unfair to put that burden on refs. I don't want a team to lose a game because a guy celebrated just a little too much for the ref's liking. Where do you draw the line? This rule has nothing to do with football. Fine the guys if it bothers the league. Don't impact the result of the game for this BS.
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