Detroit Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown stirred controversy during Sunday’s game when he broke into the now-infamous “Trump Dance” following a touchdown—while Donald Trump was in attendance. Despite mounting backlash, St. Brown said unequivocally that he won’t be issuing a full apology for the act. (tmz.com)
Amon-Ra St. Brown Won’t Apologize For His Donald Trump Dance During Lions Win Over Commanders
Detroit Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown (14) celebrates a touchdown against Washington Commanders during the first half at Northwest Stadium in Landover, Md. on Sunday, November 9, 2025.
Detroit Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown (14) celebrates a touchdown against Washington Commanders during the first half at Northwest Stadium in Landover, Md. on Sunday, November 9, 2025.
In a podcast appearance with his brother, St. Brown explained he saw the moment as a celebration, not a political statement:
“If any president was at that game and had a dance, I would have done it. We were just having fun. Doing the dance, nothing more, nothing less.” (tmz.com)
Here is a look at the video:
Amon-Ra St. Brown scored a touchdown, point at Trump’s suite and did his dance 😂 pic.twitter.com/K6OyEXolbM
— NFL Memes (@NFL_Memes) November 9, 2025
The Moment That Sparked It All
The celebration came after St. Brown’s touchdown early in the Lions-Commanders matchup. A quick glance toward Trump’s suite, followed by the dance sequence, ignited social-media storm and discussion across the league. Some fans applauded the light-hearted homage, while others viewed it as politically charged.
Why It Matters
The “Trump Dance” has become a recurring NFL celebration, but performing it directly with the former president in the stands adds a new layer of attention and scrutiny.
By refusing to fully apologize, St. Brown is framing the moment as personal and playful rather than controversial—a stance that fuels both support and criticism.
The incident raises broader questions about the boundaries between athlete celebrations, political symbolism, and fan reaction in the modern NFL.
What to Watch
Will the league respond? Although celebrations are permitted, the proximity to a sitting-or-former president in the stands could invite additional review or commentary from NFL leadership.
Team and sponsor reaction: How will the Lions and their sponsors publicly respond to a celebration that has divided public opinion?
Fan and media sentiment: The celebration may influence St. Brown’s personal brand and public image moving forward, depending on how the conversation evolves.
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