Texans' Nico Collins fined for tossing ball, says making kid happy was worth it

Alex Parker

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Texans' Nico Collins fined for throwing ball into stands after touchdown

Why it matters: A heartfelt gesture by Houston Texans wide receiver Nico Collins, who threw a football into the stands after scoring a touchdown, resulted in a fine of approximately $5,000.

What's new: Collins made a little kid happy by giving him the ball, but now faces a penalty for his actions.

  • Collins expressed confusion about the fine, as he had done the same thing multiple times last season without being penalized.
  • The wide receiver leads the Texans with 832 yards receiving this season.

Yes, but: While Collins intention was to bring joy to a young fan, NFL rules dictate specific guidelines for player conduct and celebrations.

What to watch: The outcome of Collins' appeal and whether the league will reconsider the fine based on the positive impact it had on the young fan.

Quotes:

  • Collins on throwing the ball into the stands: "The only thing that matters was making that kid happy. He ain't never going to forget that moment. So that's all that matters to me. It's cool. I'll pay the fine."
  • Collins on his motivation for giving the ball to the kid: "It's for the kids. I seen he was screaming and was thinking, 'Here you go, big dog. Here's the ball.'"
  • Collins on his confusion about the fine: "I guess they think you're going to poke somebody in the eye or something."

The bottom line: While Collins intention was to create a memorable experience for a young fan, the NFL has enforced its rules regarding player behavior and celebrations, resulting in a fine for the wide receiver.

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