Now, now, it ain't gona hurt them a bit to lay on the rug for a pic. I know you've watched the Elite anglers toss them on the carpet (and even pin them on the carpet). Those fish will be fine. Mike takes care of his catch.
Correct, I was by myself. Carlos was TAD and I just wanted a quick pic before they went back in. Wetted carpet too! Never had a dead fish come out of my boat.