4. Football-Kicking Burleson Faces Fine
Year of Finery: 2010
The estimated fine total for 2010 was $15,000.
In 2010, after beating the St. Louis Rams to score a touchdown, Nate Burleson kicked the football into the fans and was fined $5,000 by the NFL. Following criticism for his overindulgent celebration, Burleson—who was then a member of the Detroit Lions—apologised.
Burleson receives a fine for football kicks (David Halip/Getty Pictures).
If an athlete’s behavior was humorous, they may be fined. This incident exemplifies this principle. Burleson has since celebrated with greater moderation; still, he was obviously engrossed in the occasion.
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