DK Metcalf's sign language trash talk during the game between the Seattle Seahawks and the Dallas Cowboys became a hot trending topic on Thursday as many found it innovative and unique.
The celebration meant "Stand on your business," meaning "taking care of your responsibilities."
DK Metcalf learning sign language to shit talk opponents without getting fined has gotta be the funniest length anyone has ever gone to for shit talking pic.twitter.com/Nvqhy9gC7E
— B.W. Carlin (@BaileyCarlin) December 1, 2023
It was a gesture that perfectly complemented his ridiculously fast touchdown that gave the Seahawks the lead seven minutes into the first quarter. It turned out he has been trying to learn sign language since college as a distraction for football-related thoughts.
Seattle eventually lost the tight game, 35-41.
Despite the result, Metcalf continued to be a hot topic on social media because of his unique celebration.
The attention given to DK Metcalf's sign language attests to how many fans find the NFL's ridiculous rules on TD celebrations.
The NFL rules state that a touchdown celebration will be subjected to a fine if it is excessive or inappropriate. However, defining what is excessive or inappropriate falls under the jurisdiction of game officials, meaning it can be subjective.
The Seahawks wide receiver is only in his fifth season but was already fined $98,000 for excessive celebration and unsportsmanlike conduct.
This is probably why he tries to be creative with his celebration.
He is not alone in trying to get one past NFL celebration police.
Players who got away with "creative" celebrations:
1. Terrell Owens's Christ the Redeemer
Owens carved a legendary career and, along with it, legendary celebrations that got him labeled as the Godfather of modern touchdown celebrations.
The one that stuck the most was his celebration in a 2000 game against the Cowboys. After his touchdown, he ran to the midfield, spread out his arms, and looked up in the sky like the famous Christ the Redeemer statue.
Owens is also remembered for his Sharpie celebration.
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2. Joe Horn's phone call celebration
This was long before smartphones were invented, and owning a flip phone appeared like you are someone who has a business to take care of.
Joe Horn incorporated that when he made a celebration for the New Orleans Saints in 2003. The phone was hidden on one of the posts and was handed to him by a teammate after he "took care of business" against the New York Giants.
3. Chad Johnson's "NFL, don't fine me" celebration
The list will not be complete without Chad Johnson.
The league became stricter with celebrations and started handing out fines to those who did not give the ball to the referee immediately after a touchdown.
Ochocinco was among those, so in a game for the Cincinnati Bengals in 2003, he pulled one of the most aware celebrations by pulling out a sign that said, "Please NFL, don't fine me again. Chad Johnson. PS - Merry Christmas."
4. The Lambeau Leap, Green Bay Packers and Leroy Butler
The Lambeau Leap is probably the most iconic touchdown celebration because it involves the fans. Leroy Butler first did it as part of the Green Bay Packers.
Its appeal is the participation of spectators. The Packers made it their signature celebration, although opposing teams do that too in their own home field these days.
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