Justin Jefferson Earns 15-Yard Penalty for Griddying at Seahawks Cornerback
Jefferson was flagged for his signature celebration. / Screenshot via @AryePulliNFL on X.
Wide receiver Justin Jefferson hit his signature griddy after putting the Vikings up 14-7 over the Seahawks with a touchdown catch on Sunday afternoon.
He was then assessed a 15-yard penalty for taunting.
No. 18 normally gets away with celebrating flag-free when he hits his dance, but because he was looking at—and essentially griddying at—Seattle cornerback Devon Witherspoon, the referee considered it taunting and threw the yellow laundry.
— Arye Pulli (@AryePulliNFL) December 22, 2024
The 15-yard penalty was assessed between downs, and Minnesota kicker hit the longer extra point, giving his team a seven-point lead.
Up 17-14 at halftime, Jefferson leads the Vikings with five catches for 52 yards and a score. A win in Seattle would be their eighth consecutive victory.
Next time he scores, you'll likely see the 25-year-old pass catcher looking straight ahead as he celebrates.
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