I don't think anyone's figured why they made the rule that way. They are already taking the time to look at the replay, they might as well get all of it right.
But taunting the sideline after giving up the first down? That was priceless what a fucking tool. Plus eye gouging, Damn bet you be getting shot at campus parties round der ya dig?
In all seriousness, someone intentionally pokes me in the eye and the football game becomes second priority. First priority, choking that motherfucker out.