Watch: Earl Thomas flagged for hugging ref after TD
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Earl Thomas has provided the sporting world with by far the most entertaining example of the NFL's absurdly strict rules against celebrations.
In pure jubilation after picking up a New Orleans Saints fumble and running it back 34 yards for a touchdown, the Seattle Seahawks' star safety promptly received a flag Sunday for hugging an official.
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