Panthers running back Rico Dowdle revealed that he was fined for his “two-pump” touchdown celebration during the week, a fact that the NFL confirmed on Saturday.
Dowdle was fined $14,491 for making an obscene gesture by pumping his hips twice after scoring against the Packers last Sunday. In addition to the fine, Dowdle was penalized during the game, which led to the Panthers missing the ensuing extra point. Despite this setback, the team rallied to secure a 16-13 victory.
The inspiration behind Dowdle’s celebration came from a popular Key & Peele skit that humorously addresses excessive football celebrations. In that skit, a third pump was considered going too far. Adding to the story, Keegan-Michael Key himself zoomed into a Panthers team meeting this week to provide an update on the rules.
This playful yet costly celebration highlights the fine line players walk between showmanship and league regulations.
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