Why Did Xavier Worthy’s Grinch Act Get Him Flag? NFL Celebration Rules Strike Again!
Kansas City Chiefs rookie Xavier Worthy celebrated a touchdown with a Christmas-themed skit, which led to an unsportsmanlike conduct penalty. Officials misinterpreted a gesture as mimicking a weapon. The penalty forced Harrison Butker to attempt a longer extra point, which he missed. The Chiefs must be careful to avoid such penalties in future games.
Kansas City Chiefs rookie Xavier Worthy celebrated a touchdown with a Christmas-themed skit, which led to an unsportsmanlike conduct penalty. Officials misinterpreted a gesture as mimicking a weapon. The penalty forced Harrison Butker to attempt a longer extra point, which he missed. The Chiefs must be careful to avoid such penalties in future games.
