On Wednesday night, Toronto Argonauts receiver Arland Bruce paid tribute to the late Michael Jackson by pretending to be not alive.
The CFL has responded by fining Bruce an "undisclosed amount," according to the Associated Press.
Here's the video of the incident.
Given that we've never heard of Bruce, the routine likely will soon reflect the status of his football career, too.
CFL Fines Arland Bruce For Michael Jackson Tribute
Posted by Mike Florio on July 2, 2009 5:24 PM ET
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Good to know America doesn't have a patent on unfunny d-bag wide receivers.
I heard the fine was 1/5th of his game check; or, in other words, a Toonie.
That was the worst TD celebration ever.
"Burritto says:
July 2, 2009 5:33 PM
I heard the fine was 1/5th of his game check; or, in other words, a Toonie."
If his tribute was a comment, that's what I would rate it. 1/5.
If...we....still could rate comments.
Arland Bruce is Issac Bruce's cousin.
What did taking off his shoulder pads accomplish? Was he afraid fans would confuse it for his Billy Mays touchdown celebration?
Sounds like a real ........thriller!
Rumor has it that Al Davis likes his potential. Look for Toronto Argonauts receiver Arland Bruce to be a Raider at some point.
Typical Florio comment ... somebody did something so their career must be over ... shows what you know.
Arland Bruce is one of the better receivers in the league and has been for years .... doubt this will be remembered more than 5 minutes .... you know, the amount of time 'til Florio's brilliant predictions are forgotten.... don't ever let Kordoza Line prediction success dissuade you oh Nostradamus.
he was in nfl 2k5 i used to put him on my team lol.
That was a lame stunt! What a douche!
He's a good receiver in the CFL and had a cup of coffee with the 49ers a few years back.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arland_Bruce_III
Still does not excuse that level of stupidity and lack of creativity.
From Mr. Fakepunts.com: As a real MJ dance Impersonator, and CFL football hopeful, I wish I would have made it this year to give MJ a proper tribute, such as all 12 moonwalks in the end-zone, a kick, a spin and a bow.
http://www.fakepunts.com/michaeljacksonunbreakabledangerous.html
WFTV Channel 9 Orlando - Sports on 9 - Chris Edwards: Working On A Dream -38-year-old punter/quarterback looks for his place in pro football.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TNoUPXXsDm4
Now, Bruce has received his just punishment.
He's been traded to Hamilton.