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The NFL has angered a lot of fans and players in recent years by cracking down on post-touchdown celebrations. First props were eliminated, then dunking over the goalpost was banned, as well.

As it turns out, the league is reversingsome of the harsh restrictions on celebrations, allowing props, group acts and snow angels.

Here's part of what Roger Goodell had to say:

"Today, we are excited to tell you about another change that comes after conversations with more than 80 current and former players: we are relaxing our rules on celebrations to allow players more room to have fun after they make big plays."

Twerking and suggestive dances, as well as bow-and-arrow-type celebrations are still banned.

"In my conversations with NFL players, it was also clear how much our players care about sportsmanship, clean competition, and setting good examples for young athletes. That is why offensive demonstrations, celebrations that are prolonged and delay the game, and those directed at an opponent, will still be penalized."

The NFLs strict rules regarding player celebrations have struck a nerve among fans. Many have called it the No Fun League because players arent allowed to express themselves after making a big play or scoring a touchdown. Referees have even expressed displeasure with the NFLs harsh rules, putting them in difficult situations when it comes to deciding whats allowed and whats not.

This isnt a complete overhaul of the celebration penalties, but it is a step in the right direction. Hopefully, well see players get more creative after scoring touchdowns the way they were before the restrictions were put into place.

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