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NFL and NFLPA allow all drinking celebrations without fines

10/8/2026

The NFL and the NFL Players Association have officially reversed course to permit all drinking-related celebrations without penalty, ending a two-week dispute over player conduct.

In a joint statement released Wednesday, the league and the union clarified that mimicking the act of drinking a beverage will no longer be considered a violation or subject to discipline.

This policy shift follows a series of fines levied against players for beverage-related celebrations earlier in the season.

Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor was recently seen simulating a sip of tea after scoring a touchdown in London.

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