The Detroit Lions unveiled an unconventional celebration during their matchup against the Los Angeles Rams, but it didn’t last long.
Early in the game, several of Detroit’s offensive standouts — including Amon-Ra St. Brown, Jahmyr Gibbs, and Jameson Williams — celebrated first downs by pretending to pick their noses and flick something away. The gesture quickly caught attention on the field.
Sources familiar with the situation said the idea originated with rookie defensive tackle Tyleik Williams, who suggested it to the offensive players during the previous week. The group liked the idea and agreed to use it as their signature celebration whenever they moved the chains.
However, the fun was short-lived. After Detroit’s opening offensive series, coaches informed the players that officials had ruled the celebration unacceptable and that it needed to stop immediately or penalties would follow.
St. Brown addressed the situation on a recent episode of The St. Brown Bros. Podcast, expressing clear frustration. He explained that the receivers coach relayed the message from the referees after the first drive, telling them they could no longer celebrate that way. St. Brown questioned the decision, saying it was ridiculous that mimicking such a harmless action could be outlawed by the league.
Officials warned the team that continuing the celebration would result in flags for unsportsmanlike conduct.
Lions’ Playoff Hopes and Rooting Interests
Detroit’s loss to the Rams further complicated its postseason outlook, as the Lions currently sit outside the NFC playoff picture. To keep their hopes alive, they must win their remaining three games while also relying on favorable results from teams ahead of them in the standings.
Consistency has been an issue for Detroit this season, with the team struggling to put together back-to-back wins. As a result, every remaining game in the 2025 regular season carries significant weight.
St. Brown also shared his thoughts on why Detroit fans should be pulling for the Green Bay Packers in their upcoming matchup against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field. Green Bay previously defeated Chicago 28–21 at Lambeau Field, and another Packers win could benefit the Lions in the standings.
Although Green Bay is dealing with adversity — including the loss of a key outside linebacker to a torn ACL — St. Brown explained the math behind the situation. If the Packers beat the Bears, they would reach five losses before Detroit’s regular-season finale against them. A Lions victory in that final matchup would give both teams six losses, but Detroit would hold the tiebreaker, improving their playoff chances.
From a strategic standpoint, St. Brown said, the best outcome for Detroit is for Green Bay to win this week and then lose to the Lions to close the season.
