The No Fun League has returned with its annual rules changes and points emphasis for the 2021 season. The latest point of emphasis places a renewed emphasis on taunting and it spells bad news for Kansas City Chiefs WR Tyreek Hill.
In the NFL’s video on rules changes and points of emphasis, they make it clear that officials will place a stricter emphasis on the league’s taunting rules in 2021.
“The NFLPA, coaches, and competition committee have all made a strong statement regarding respect among everyone on the field. We saw an increase in actions that are clearly not within the spirit and intent of this rule and not representative to the respect of opponents and others on the field. Game officials have been instructed to strictly enforce the taunting rules and players and coaches are reminded that two taunting penalties committed by an individual player will result in automatic disqualification. In addition, the taunting player may be fined and or suspended depending on the severity of the action.”
Some of the actions depicted in the video including jawing with opponents and spiking the ball after a big play.
Here's the video sent out today stating that game officials have been instructed to strictly enforce taunting rules in games this season. pic.twitter.com/1Ssd7h82EJ
— Ari Meirov (@MySportsUpdate) August 10, 2021
Chiefs WR Tyreek Hill is known for having some celebrations ready to fly after his big plays. His signature peace sign celebration and his backflips could result in a penalty, fine and even a suspension if they’re perceived to be severe enough by the officiating crews and league review. Hill will need to be extra cautious next season as to not cost himself or the team as the result of these new changes.
Hill has already weighed in on the subject shortly after the news was revealed.
I mean could of used a better photo 😬 https://t.co/dOo02EGgyS
— Ty Hill (@cheetah) August 10, 2021
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