With a blazing 4.21-second 40-yard dash at the 2024 NFL Scouting Combine, Kansas City Chiefs receiver Xavier Worthy had the league’s attention.

The Kansas City Chiefs secured the AFC's top seed and a first-round playoff bye, but not without controversy. Star tight end Travis Kelce and rookie wideout Xavier Worthy were each fined $14,069 for their touchdown celebrations during the team’s Week 17 victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers.

While the NFL has moved away from the “No Fun League” days of excessive celebration penalties for pretty much anything choreographed, some celebrations can still lead to flags. Chiefs wide receiver Xavier Worthy evidently crossed that line on Wednesday.

The NFL levied fines against the Chiefs’ Travis Kelce and Xavier Worthy for their actions in game against the Steelers.

Rookie wide receiver Xavier Worthy had a big game for the Chiefs, but his controversial touchdown celebration netted him a big punishment from the NFL. Worthy continued his recent breakout with KC, as he hauled in eight passes for 79 yards and a score in this one,

However, Worthy gave a point back to the Steelers because of his celebration. It looked initially like he was doing a Grinch impression with Isiah Pacheco, causing the unsportsmanlike conduct penalty. However. the Netflix broadcast showed a replay from a different angle and it became clear why Worthy got flagged.

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Xavier Worthy was penalized during Wednesday's game for a gun-themed touchdown celebration.