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These guys are athletes. But, really I think it's important to realize they are entertainers first. As long as they are not completely obscene or violent, there really is not much of a problem. I think the only problem is like with the NBA. Taunting and entertaining seems to have turn in to show-boating. As much as fans want to see their favorite player shine, it becomes annoying when the sport becomes about the player. The sport is still about the fans. When it isn't and situations happen like this past olympics, fans get pissed. The same goes for the Detroit/Pacers fight. Had the cup been thrown without players attacking back, other fans would be more outrages.
I think that is something the NFL is trying to do and why Moss and other people get fined for their actions no matter how stupid the actions seem. Players definitely do become big. However, I don't think they want to see their players becoming bigger than the sport. Because, afterall, the fans really do love the sport/entertainment not just the individual players.
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