Simmons, who claims to be a Christian, used to be best known for what he did following winning the Texas 6A Division I state championship with Duncanville High School.He brought a Bible onto the field and boldly proclaimed, "It ain't nobody but God!" In the biggest moment of his high school career, he pointed people to God.
He deferred the glory, honor, and praise from himself and gave it to his Creator.It was refreshing to witness, just like it is every time we hear a player or coach do in their brightest moments.
Now, Simmons is unfortunately known for one of college football's most vulgar sack celebrations ever.Following a clutch third down sack, deep in the Tennessee side of the field, Simmons simulated pulling his penis out and peeing on the field.It wasn't just immature; it was utterly disgusting.
Kirk Herbstreit called it "idiotic" on the broadcast and Chris Fowler, also calling the game, said it "it doesn't much [more] vulgar" than what Simmons did.Defensive end Colin Simmons of the Texas Longhorns sacks quarterback Faizon Brandon of the Tennessee Volunteers during a college football game Sept.26, 2026, at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn.
(Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)TEXAS DROPPED SOME CELEBRATIONS AGAINST TENNESSEE THAT WERE ABOUT AS UNHINGED AS THEY COMEWhat Simmons did wasn't just wrong as an athlete in a public setting.He was representing much more than just the Longhorns on national television, as a professing Christian, he's always representing Jesus Christ and the faith as a whole.
No, thankfully the Christian faith isn't based on the moral failings of Simmons and I, but what we say and do are undoubtedly a reflection of our faith.That makes what he did much worse, in my opinion.
No, that's also not to say an atheist athlete should be able to get away with this and shouldn't have to apologize.I'm simply stating that Christians, like myself, are held to the highest moral and ethical standards.That's why I believe Trinindad Chambliss drop...