The NFL sent an updated report of the league's rules to all 32 teams this week. Among the new rules is that the "nose wipe" celebration is now considered "unsportsmanlike conduct" and will result in a 15-yard penalty when performed by any player. The NFL has deemed the "nose wipe" a "violent gesture," resulting in the league deciding to now penalize the celebration.
“Any violent gesture, which shall include but not be limited to a throat slash, simulation firing or brandishing a gun, or using the ‘nose wipe’ gesture, or any act that is sexually suggestive or offensive," the rules stated, via ESPN's Ben Solak.
