The NFL has at times been called the “No Fun League” by fans for its crackdown on taunting and celebrations. San Francisco 49ers fullback Kyle Juszczyk may be calling the league that following the fine he just received.
ESPN’s Adam Schefter revealed the fullback was fined nearly $15,000 for imitating a beer chug during Sunday’s game against the Miami Dolphins.
“Your imitation of chugging a beer constituted an offensive demonstration and could reasonably be construed as being in poor taste,” the NFL noted in its fine letter.
Juszczyk at least seems to be taking the fine in a good way.
49ers FB Kyle Juszczyk can only laugh at NFL fine
Schefter also revealed Juszczyk texted him to note he doesn’t even drink beer. The celebration is one he has done often because of his “Juice” nickname.
This is a bizarre fine given he has done this celebration so many times in the past. He is appealing it, which may make the NFL realize this was an overreaction.
Juszczyk had plenty to celebrate on Sunday as his 49ers picked up a dominant 35-13 win over the Dolphins. He only had two receptions for 27 yards, but one went for a touchdown. That led to his celebration and the ensuing fine.
The NFL comes off a bit hypocritical here as alcohol is a fixture for fans at games, as are ads from major alcohol companies. Juszczyk also never once directly said his celebration has to do with beer. He is just referencing his nickname.
This fine is under appeal so fans will wait to see if the NFL softens up a bit now that fans have a chance to chime in on the logic behind it.
