The NFL was dubbed the “No fun league” by pundits long ago. We know that generally, touchdown celebrations are frowned upon. But, what if you just got a pick 6 and wanted to give thanks to your religious source.
Chiefs safety Husain Abdullah celebrated his interception return for a touchdown, by going to his knees in prayer. Abdullah was penalized for “unsportsmanlike conduct”
Abdullah is a practicing Muslim, which includes, fasts during Ramadan – even during NFL training camp – and missed the 2012 NFL season so he and his brother, former Broncos/Cardinals safety Hamza, could visit Mecca during the Hajj in October. The NFL announced Tuesday morning that the flag shouldn’t have been thrown.
Chiefs embarrassed the New England Patriots 41-14.
