Jameson Williams gets celebration fine rescinded on appeal

$14,926 and $11,941 penalties wiped out

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 1h1 min read

Detroit Lions WR Jameson Williams had a fine rescinded upon appeal because he successfully argued "marijuana is legal in Via @usatodaysports on X

What happened: Detroit Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams overturned a celebration fine on appeal. He argued the gesture referenced marijuana use legal in some states.

Why it matters: The reversal returns $26,867 across both celebration fines rescinded this week. Williams entered 2026 as a central piece of Detroit's passing game after a 1,117-yard 2025 season. Detroit sits at 4-3 while evaluating roster options ahead of the deadline.

By the numbers: Fines rescinded: $14,926 and $11,941 ($26,867 total). 2025: 65 catches, 1,117 yards, 7 touchdowns in 17 games. Draft: 12th overall in 2022 out of Alabama. Lions record: 4-3.

What to watch: Detroit continues its regular-season schedule with Williams available. Celebration enforcement stays in focus after consecutive reversals.

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@usatodaysports 2026-10-14T00:31:37.663468+00:00

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