End zone celebrations

[Lfod]

It doesn't bother me. I do agree that it's kinda pointless on a good play that doesn't really effect the outcome.

 

Like you just make a game changing play that brought your team from losing to winning. Then it looks good.

 

When you make a good play but your team's still down by multiple scores it kinda looks dopey to celebrate like you just won the game.

 

I think it comes down to time and place to celebrate. So I halfway agree with the op. I think celebration can be over done and misplaced but I'm not against it. 

Edited November 27, 2017 by Lfod

[BillsFan130]

7 minutes ago, klos63 said:

In both situations they are doing exactly what they planned on doing. So they can 'get it together', it's just not how you want them to 'get it together' . Total lack of maturity and respect on your part.

They are ungrateful because they celebrate a touchdown? Since they have kids they should act stoic all the time and not have fun?  I think you are really overthinking this whole thing.

On a slight aside-- Notice when Eichel scored the other night, practically no reaction, not even a smile. Made me think about Lafontaine who was the happiest guy in the arena whenever he or anyone else scored. I thought Lafontaine was one of the greatest competitors we ever had in Buffalo, his enthusiasm for being successful showed that. It's ok to be celebrate. No real harm.

No, no that's not what I am getting at. I didn't mean to say they are ungrateful because they celebrate touchdowns. Someone brought up they are like spoiled children and I responded in a different topic all together. I see how you thought that's what I was referring to though

 

When it comes to touchdown celebrations, my view on them is "act like you've been there before". I don't find it necessary to dance every time you score a TD as I think it's immature and non professional, but nothing to do with being ungrateful. That word was meant for a different subject all together.

 

 

[klos63]

3 minutes ago, billsfan11 said:

No, no that's not what I am getting at. I didn't mean to say they are ungrateful because they celebrate touchdowns. Someone brought up they are like spoiled children and I responded in a different topic all together. I see how you thought that's what I was referring to though

 

When it comes to touchdown celebrations, my view on them is "act like you've been there before". I don't find it necessary to dance every time you score a TD as I think it's immature and non professional, but nothing to do with being ungrateful. That word was meant for a different subject all together.

 

 

Ok, thanks for clarifying.

 

I used to hate all displays on the field, from celebrations to praying during the game. Before this thread came out, I was thinking while watching some celebrations and decided, no big deal, they're having fun. It's a few seconds a levity that harms no one. That's my view. I don't even watch most of the celebrations, so it's really no problem for me.  I'd prefer this to the image of a player screaming at the camera like they want to kill you after making a play.

[BillsFan130]

8 minutes ago, klos63 said:

Ok, thanks for clarifying.

 

I used to hate all displays on the field, from celebrations to praying during the game. Before this thread came out, I was thinking while watching some celebrations and decided, no big deal, they're having fun. It's a few seconds a levity that harms no one. That's my view. I don't even watch most of the celebrations, so it's really no problem for me.  I'd prefer this to the image of a player screaming at the camera like they want to kill you after making a play.

Fair enough. I cant say I agree with your views on them but everyone is different and I am sure a lot of people are more like you and either don't mind/ enjoy them.

 

My favourite was Barry Sanders where he would just give the ball to the ref after like a 90 yard TD. And I hate to say this cause I don't like Lynch, but his celebrations where he will shake all the o lineman's hands. I just think that displays more a team concept instead of a "look at me", or "look at us" type of deal.

 

Just my personal views on them, I am sure most people agree with you.

Edited November 27, 2017 by billsfan11

[Marv's Neighbor]

7 hours ago, 87168 said:

a whole tread dedicated to the dislike of td celebrations...

 

if you don't like them, leave. sound familiar?

please. get off your high horse. read a book. gain some perspective, leave your arm chair and expose yourself to different viewpoints. it's not hard. don't be afraid.

 

some people are given natural rhythm, and better coordination. let's leave high fives to the people who need to stare at an elbow in order not to miss.

 

i'm sure you've missed many.

Bite ME!  There is no high horse.  Have you ever served your country, or anyone else for that matter??  Or is it alt about you?  Don't ever think I would be afraid of some self centered moronic, ill conceived  point of view!

[ndirish1978]

I don't really care enough about them for it to annoy me. The ones that are good, amuse me. The bad ones - who cares. The point is the players don't deserve to be restricted for no reason. 

[Prickly Pete]

I don't mind something that expresses immediate emotion (a spike, or a quick gesture), but planned out multi-player skits ring false. The Chiefs "family photo" was ridiculous, especially because they were losing. It implies that they are only looking for attention, and personal goals, like they don't really have their head in the game enough to get over an immediate gratification. 

 

I'm sure many love it, I think it's trashy. But then I think DIY spoilers on Corollas are trashy. I think Tattoos are trashy. I think pretending to pee like a dog after a TD is trashy. Pretty soon it will be guys pretending to do it doggie style. "What? It's just a celebration! What are you homophobic?"

[ndirish1978]

I agree with the whole "don't celebrate if you're losing" thing. That's just embarrassing. 

[reddogblitz]

I favor going to the old Rock 'n Jock Super Bowl rule.  After a TD, the player goes to the designated spot in EZ and performs TD celebration.  A panel of judges awards the participant 1, 2, or 3 extra point(s). Bonus is it will replace the extra point play.

 

Could be a marketing Bonanza for the league. The Pepsi celebration Zone with Adam Levine or Carmen Electra or Simon or Donald Trump , or ... doing the judging.

[OldTimeAFLGuy]

...the bowling one was hilarious............

[Prickly Pete]

4 minutes ago, ndirish1978 said:

I don't really care enough about them for it to annoy me. The ones that are good, amuse me. The bad ones - who cares. The point is the players don't deserve to be restricted for no reason. 

 

What does that mean? "Deserve"...why do they "deserve" to be able to celebrate however they want? Its a game, with rules, not a street corner. There are plenty of things they aren't allowed to do on the field, that are perfectly legal off the field. It's nonsense.

[ndirish1978]

Not nonsense at all. The players are pros. They should be able to celebrate. This isn't college or pee wee. Why exactly SHOULD there be arbitrary rules in place about celebrations if they don't affect the game itself? The rule was dumb and pulling it back was the right thing. Whether or not you enjoy the celebrations is pretty irrelevant.

[Prickly Pete]

Anyone here "look forward" to seeing a celebration? Like, "ooh, I want to see what Ocho Cinco does this time"?

 

Anyone? I would like to know the mindset of the posters here. 

2 minutes ago, ndirish1978 said:

Not nonsense at all. The players are pros. They should be able to celebrate. This isn't college or pee wee. Why exactly SHOULD there be arbitrary rules in place about celebrations if they don't affect the game itself? The rule was dumb and pulling it back was the right thing. Whether or not you enjoy the celebrations is pretty irrelevant.

 

To keep the focus on the game, and to keep players focused on the game. Why do schools with uniforms perform better than schools without? 

Anything that happens ON the field, affects the game.

 

You won't change my mind. You are free to enjoy the spectacle. I don't.

[Gugny]

7 minutes ago, OJABBA said:

Anyone here "look forward" to seeing a celebration? Like, "ooh, I want to see what Ocho Cinco does this time"?

 

Anyone? I would like to know the mindset of the posters here. 

 

I love the Gronk spikes every time he does them.  He's probably my favorite player in the league.

[Ned Flanders]

I wonder how Sam Huff, Chuck Bednarik or Ray Nitschke would react to these "celebrations."  Count me among the old bastards who think they're a bit over the top.  If I want this type of "fun," I'll watch European soccer on Saturday morning.  That Chiefs celebration yesterday while they were STILL BEHIND IN THE GAME was a joke. 

 

Be like HOFer Thurman Thomas: "Act like you've been there before."

[Prickly Pete]

4 minutes ago, Gugny said:

 

I love the Gronk spikes every time he does them.  He's probably my favorite player in the league.

 

Spikes are fine. I like them. And Gronkowski's are fine (another thing I don't like are nicknames. K2, TO, Ocho Cinco...it reeks of marketing).

 

I don't really buy into the "act like you've been there" either. It sounds like you are trying hard to act above it all, or making great show of your humility.

Like I said, immediate, natural, emotional displays are cool. 

Edited November 27, 2017 by OJABBA

[Gugny]

Just now, OJABBA said:

 

Spikes are fine. I like them. And Gronkowski's are fine (another thing I don't like are nicknames. K2, TO, Ocho Cinco...it reeks of marketing).

 

I don't like Jr., Sr., II, III or fake hyphenated names on the backs of jerseys.

 

Unless your father and grandfather are ON THE CURRENT ROSTER WITH YOU, there is no reason to have III after your name.

 

It's stupid.

[Prickly Pete]

3 minutes ago, Gugny said:

 

I don't like Jr., Sr., II, III or fake hyphenated names on the backs of jerseys.

 

Unless your father and grandfather are ON THE CURRENT ROSTER WITH YOU, there is no reason to have III after your name.

 

It's stupid.

 

"K2" bothered me because he was such an overhyped, self-aggrandizing douche (as was his father, though he was one of the greats). "TO" was pure marketing, and I cringed whenever broadcasters used it, catering to his ego.

Edited November 27, 2017 by OJABBA

[26CornerBlitz]

This is just an outrageous abomination and a stain on the game of football which is a serious matter of life and death. 

 

 

[Prickly Pete]

1 minute ago, 26CornerBlitz said:

This is just an outrageous abomination and a stain on the game of football which is a serious matter of life and death. 

 

 

 

Nah, I ain't biting. That was quick and cool. Not at all like some family photo, with guys trying to remember what to do, and thinking "we are just so funny".

That looked like a personal little celebration between teammates, not a big display for the cameras.