Derek Carr’s Teammate Ignores Roger Goodell’s Strong Warning After NFL Banned Ceedee Lamb’s Celebration

Whether the Green Bay Packers’s push to ban the tush push has merit is one thing. If Roger Goodell actually sees it as a genuine concern is another. Whether the NFL players like it or not is the third. A recent decision by the league, meanwhile, especially targeting some players, has definitely caused chaos in the community. But interestingly, Derek Carr’s teammate isn’t interested to follow!

We have seen many players on the gridiron celebrating touchdowns or intercepting a quarterback in their own signature styles. But among all, the players won’t be able to do a “nose wipe” celebration on the field. It’s because Roger Goodell’s NFL has sent the full rules report to its 32 teams this week, and in that one addition is – “nose wipe” celebration is illegal. But New Orleans Saints’s QB Derek Carr’s teammate Khalen Saunders isn’t worried about it.

As shared by Starcade Media on X, “#NFL has banned the nose wipe celebration. Jaylen Watson is looking for a new celebration, while Khalen Saunders is still gonna do it. (laughing emoji).” According to Page 50 Rule 12, Section 3. Article 1(d), in “SECTION 3 UNSPORTSMANLIKE CONDUCT,” the “ARTICLE 1. PROHIBITED ACTS” includes that “There shall be no unsportsmanlike conduct. This applies to any act which is contrary to the generally understood principles of sportsmanship. Such acts specifically include, among others. (So) (d) Any violent gesture, which shall include but not be limited to a throat slash, simulating firing.or brandishing a gun, or using the nose wipe gesture, or an act that is sexually suggestive or offensive.”

#NFL has banned the nose wipe celebration. Jaylen Watson is looking for a new celebration, while Khalen Saunders is still gonna do it. pic.twitter.com/pjq96UxqX4

— Starcade Media (@StarcadeMediaKC) March 27, 2025

The result? On one hand, the Kansas City Chiefs cornerback is worried about finding another signature style on the gridiron. While, Derek Carr’s squad member isn’t bothered about it. Sharing the same news on his official Instagram account, Khalen Saunders wrote: “I’m still gon do it.” The post featured the official warning saying, “The NFL has banned the nose wipe celebration calling it a “violent gesture.” (If not followed), It’s a 15 yard penalty.” But why did the NFL ban this celebration style at first?

NFL players picked up the “nose wipe” from Atlanta rapper Young Thug. It’s a signature move in his lyrics, but it has nothing to do with tissues. In his song Slimed In, he raps, “Wipe your nose clean, f— your whole team.” The gesture is tied to the Bloods gang, signaling distrust or betrayal. And from the next season, if somebody does it, a 15-yard penalty will be followed by the NFL.

However, Saunders has already decided that he is ready to give up the 15-yards penalty, as the rule isn’t stopping him from celebrating his heart out. But for the rest of the players? It would definitely be a matter of concern, as they will have to look out for other celebratory options to start over. Such a case goes with CeeDee Lamb as well, whom the NFL directly pointed to.

On Wednesday night, when Roger Goodell’s NFL banned CeeDee Lamb’s gesture of celebrating, the WR posted his stance. On social media, the Pro Bowl receiver replied, “smh [shaking my head], I have plenty in mind (amused face emoji).” It’s clear, nobody in the NFL is liking this new rule!

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