THE NFL is delicately balancing how to allow players to celebrate their accomplishments without disrespecting their opponents.

Every year it feels like the NFL bans more celebrations, and that isn't any different this season.

This year, a major update to banned celebrations included the nose swipe celebration that many players use.

Players also aren't allowed to make any gestures that allude to a firearm or other type of weapon.

Despite these restrictions, the NFL insists that it encourages players to celebrate, as long as they do so respectfully.

"The league over the years has increased opportunities for players to celebrate," NFL rules analyst Walt Anderson told The U.S. Sun.

"It's appropriate celebrations that we want to encourage, and matter of fact the fans like seeing that."

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