NFL officials penalize Jameson Williams for TD celebration, Lions miss extra point as result

Detroit Lions receiver Jameson Williams was penalized for his celebration after a 40-yard touchdown Sunday night against the Philadelphia Eagles. Williams raced into the end zone and jumped up on the padded part of the field goal.

The receiver hung there for a few seconds before letting go and falling to the ground. He was flagged 15 yards for unsportsmanlike conduct on the play, which was assessed on the extra point attempt, which Detroit missed as the game remained tied at 6-6.

Jameson Williams got penalized for this TD celebration.

It would prove to be costly as Detroit would miss the XP.pic.twitter.com/jC3t11qn0a

— Ari Meirov (@MySportsUpdate) November 17, 2025

Even more costly, Philadelphia would go on to score on the ensuing drive to retake the lead, 13-6. That is where the score remains as of this writing.

The touchdown catch was the fifth of the season for Williams, who has two catches for 59 yards thus far. We’ll see whether Detroit can get things going and overcome the deficit in the second half, but this penalty may end up being a costly one.

Williams has been impressive this season so far with 29 catches for 533 yards and five touchdowns. The Alabama product recently signed a three-year extension with the Lions worth up to $83 million.

Only 24, Williams is coming off of the first 1,000-yard season of his career in 2024 and once again pacing for big numbers this season. He’ll look to keep making an impact Sunday evening while aiming to avoid more penalties.

This story will be updated.