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Jamaal Williams' Celebration Goes Viral: 'I'm Going to Do It'

Detroit Lions running back Jamaal Williams was flagged for his celebration against the Minnesota Vikings.

John Maakaron

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Detroit Lions running back Jamaal Williams has an infectious personality, and is among the most likable members of the roster. 

For years, he has celebrated touchdowns exuberantly, dancing and enjoying helping his team score points. 

Against the Minnesota Vikings Sunday, Williams scored his second touchdown of the game in the third quarter, giving the Lions a 24-14 lead. 

Unfortunately, Williams' celebration in the end zone drew a penalty flag from officials. 

Williams and the Lions were penalized for unsportsmanlike conduct for his touchdown dance, which reminded many online of the "Hingle McCringleberry" skit from the popular “Key & Peele” television program. 

"I've been doing that dance forever. They didn't give me no explanation," Williams said, via the Free Press. "They probably was just jealous of my hip movements. But, I've never got a flag for that ever. Now, I got to figure out what I got to do."

Even though he was disciplined for his actions, Williams indicated he would still celebrate the same way in the future, but with a slight modification. 

"Hell nah. I'm going to do it," he said. "I'm just going to hit one (thrust). Hit one and go to something else real quick."

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John Maakaron
JOHN MAAKARON

John Maakaron has covered Detroit Sports since 2013. Brings a vast array of experience covering the Detroit Tigers, Detroit Lions, Michigan Wolverines, Michigan State Spartans, Detroit Mercy Titans, and Oakland University Golden Grizzlies. John brings a wealth of sports broadcast experience. In 2013, John had the vision to establish the Detroit Sports Podcast Network. Has recorded over 3000 podcasts analyzing Detroit Sports. In 2019, Sports Illustrated Media Group, a historical sports media outlet, partnered with Detroit Sports Podcast to provide daily Lions content for their growing and expanding digital media outlet. Our Lions content can also be read in the newspaper at The Oakland  Passionate about Detroit Sports and it is reflected in his coverage of the local teams!

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