Stefon Diggs gives candid answer after costly unsportmanlike penalty leads to Commanders loss
Washington fell to 0-1 with a narrow loss on Sunday — a result that may have been impacted by Diggs' decision to hug the goal post.
In a season-opening loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, Washington Commanders wide receiver Stefon Diggs found himself in hot water after committing an unsportmanlike penalty during a game-tying touchdown celebration. The penalty, which resulted in a costly 15-yard penalty, forced the Commanders to settle for a one-point extra point instead of a two-point conversion.
This decision proved to be the difference-maker in the Eagles' 24-17 victory. Postgame, Diggs took full accountability for his actions, acknowledging that the penalty was a result of the heat of the moment and his lack of awareness regarding the changed rules regarding goalpost celebrations. His teammate, Jayden Daniels, echoed Diggs' sentiments, emphasizing the importance of smart decision-making in high-pressure situations.
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