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October 12, 2010
Lions Cornerback Alfonso Smith Does a Carlton: "When I was in eighth grade, I told my friends that if I ever scored in the NFL I was going to do the Carlton Banks dance," said Detroit Lions cornerback Alfonso Smith. On Sunday, he picked off a Sam Bradford pass for a touchdown and kept his promise.
That was awesome.
posted by justgary at 10:32 AM on October 12, 2010
I love it. I can't believe that garnered a 15 yard penalty and possible fine from the NFL. I thought that was just for group celebrations?
I'm proud of the Lions for validating the fact that they knew they were a better team this year.
posted by smithnyiu at 11:14 AM on October 12, 2010
That dance took a total of about three seconds; I've seen players spend more time than that just preparing a celebration. Wow, a penalty for that is outrageous. He should have gone ahead and done the entire dance to get his money's worth.
posted by tahoemoj at 11:24 AM on October 12, 2010
There was no penalty. Burleson got one for kicking the ball into the stands. Smith's was fine.
posted by Bernreuther at 12:28 PM on October 12, 2010
There was no penalty.
I guess I blurred those two facts. Carry on, then.
posted by tahoemoj at 01:33 PM on October 12, 2010
There was no penalty.
Typical smithnyiu, doesn't read before opening fire.
posted by smithnyiu at 01:41 PM on October 12, 2010
I'm already looking into the cost of bringing Alfonso Ribeiro for an autograph signing at the next Lions game.
posted by wfrazerjr at 01:47 PM on October 12, 2010
Can you even get tickets to the next Lions game? Right this moment, they're tsssst - hot!
The Lions have improved to the point where even Roy Williams is playing better, 1200 miles away.
I just want them to stay respectable for the next five weeks. On Thanksgiving Day, when I am engorged and sofa-bound after the feast and my nephews want to play ping pong in the basement, I'll be able to say: "are you kidding? the Lions game is on".
posted by beaverboard at 02:15 PM on October 12, 2010
Don't get carried away there beaverboard [checks NFL schedule - hmm Pats] Yeah definitely don't get carried away
posted by kokaku at 04:51 PM on October 12, 2010
So, can I get my Lions jacket out of storage now?
/It's mothballed. Not really the appropriate attire for Phnom Penh.
posted by owlhouse at 09:17 PM on October 12, 2010
This bag over my head had been on so long my wife made me put it back on until I shave and hit a tanning bed.
posted by smithnyiu at 12:17 AM on October 13, 2010
I thought it was great to see an original and different touchdown celebration than what we've seen before. I actually love the Carlton!