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Chase to Appeal NFL Fine for 'People's Elbow' Celebration
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In Short: Chase and teammate Tee Higgins unveiled a new celebration that involves bending their arms, making fists, and holding their elbows with the other hand.
Cincinnati Bengals star wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase announced plans to appeal his fine from the NFL for a celebration he performed after scoring a touchdown against the Houston Texans.
Chase and teammate Tee Higgins unveiled a new celebration that involves bending their arms, making fists, and holding their elbows with the other hand.
Chase claims the gesture is an homage to Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson's signature WWE move, the 'People's Elbow,' but the NFL and some fans interpreted it differently.
Chase also stated that he is unsure whether he and Higgins will continue to use the celebration, which he described as an ode to his nickname, 'Juice,' rather than a reference to alcohol.
League insider Ari Meirov reported that Chase has been fined for the touchdown celebration from Sunday's game.
Chase had a standout performance against the Texans, racking up 75 yards and two touchdowns on seven catches.
The first touchdown is already being considered a potential 'Catch of the Year' candidate, with Chase adjusting to a deep pass from Joe Burrow and dragging his toes just inside the end zone.
The NFL has been strict about touchdown celebrations recently, but Chase's fine for a move that did not appear offensive or violent has raised eyebrows.
The league fined 49ers star Kyle Juszczyk $14,926 for imitating chugging a beer after his touchdown celebration, suggesting Chase's fine could be similar.
What this adds
The exact fine amount for Chase has not been announced.
It remains unclear whether Chase and Higgins will continue to use the 'People's Elbow' celebration.
What's confirmed
- Cincinnati Bengals star wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase announced plans to appeal his fine from the NFL for a celebration he performed after scoring a touchdown against the Houston Texans.
- Chase and teammate Tee Higgins unveiled a new celebration that involves bending their arms, making fists, and holding their elbows with the other hand.
- Chase claims the gesture is an homage to Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson's signature WWE move, the 'People's Elbow,' but the NFL and some fans interpreted it differently.
- Chase also stated that he is unsure whether he and Higgins will continue to use the celebration, which he described as an ode to his nickname, 'Juice,' rather than a reference to alcohol.
- League insider Ari Meirov reported that Chase has been fined for the touchdown celebration from Sunday's game.
- Chase had a standout performance against the Texans, racking up 75 yards and two touchdowns on seven catches.
- The first touchdown is already being considered a potential 'Catch of the Year' candidate, with Chase adjusting to a deep pass from Joe Burrow and dragging his toes just inside the end zone.
- The NFL has been strict about touchdown celebrations recently, but Chase's fine for a move that did not appear offensive or violent has raised eyebrows.
- The league fined 49ers star Kyle Juszczyk $14,926 for imitating chugging a beer after his touchdown celebration, suggesting Chase's fine could be similar.
What's still developing
- "I can't say what something we made up, and then everybody else saying what it is," Chase said in his Thursday media availability.
- It is unclear how much money he and Higgins owe the NFL.
- "This is where the superstars have to get in with NFLPA and fight for our money. I'm getting fined for an elbow... It's a wrestling move," Chase said.
- Chase had to clarify exactly what it meant afterward on his podcast, "Chasing No. 1," specifically explaining how he was paying homage to the legendary WWE finishing move.
- More news : Sean McVay Reveals Troubling Update on Puka Nacua’s Injury More news : Ben Johnson Gives Ringing Endorsement of Bears’ Likely ‘MNF’ Starter No exact fine amount has been announced yet, but just hours earlier, the NFL hit 49ers star Kyle Juszczyk with a $14,926 fine for imitating chugging a beer after his own touchdown celebration.
- More news : Ravens Facing Growing Concern Over Star WR Zay Flowers The touchdown celebration was unusual in that it was the first time fans had seen it, and nobody quite knew what it meant in the moment.
- Nobody watching the game seemed to interpret Chase's actions as offensive, violent, or in "poor taste," the kinds of things the league typically points to when disciplining players for celebrations.
- There's a good chance Chase gets hit with a similar figure.