49ers fullback Kyle Juszczyk wins his appeal on fine over his 'Juice' celebration
(AP) — San Francisco 49ers fullback Kyle Juszczyk won his appeal over the fines issued by the NFL for what it deemed an “offensive” celebration when he imitated drinking a beverage, which the league said looked like he was chugging a beer.Juszczyk was initially fined $29,852 for two infractions of the league’s sportsmanship rules after celebrating two catches in the third quarter of a Week 2 win…
San Francisco 49ers fullback Kyle Juszczyk secured his victory in an appeal against an NFL fine imposed for his celebratory antics following two catches during a Week 2 game against the Miami Dolphins. The league had fined Juszczyk $29,852 for two violations of its sportsmanship rules, citing an "offensive" celebration where he mimicked drinking a beverage, similar to how he had done for years during the fans' "Juice!" chants in his honor.
Upon appealing, an appeals officer dismissed the fine, the NFL announced on Wednesday. The NFL has expressed a vow to enforce stricter regulations on celebratory behavior this season. Juszczyk's celebration has been a staple of his career, representing his nickname "Juice," which he has had for years and has mirrored during his tenure with the 49ers.
He maintained that he was not consuming beer, but rather "drinking juice," in his jubilant gesture. This was Juszczyk's first fine, aside from previous infractions for illegal helmet use and low block tackles. Juszczyk, in his 14th NFL season and 10th with the San Francisco 49ers, is a 10-time Pro Bowler and two-time All-Pro, with a stellar career record.
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