I'd disagree that it's not a tradition. Just because some don't like it doesn't mean it's tradition. I definitely remember them in Atlanta in 2004. I have no idea how much longer they were there before that since that was my first year, but they were definitely there. I'd say after 10 years, it's probably safe to say that it's a tradition.
Edit: and to back up my point, a quote from a 2004 thread:
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Originally Posted by Bryan D
Hey, I was wondering if anyone out there had any video footage of the time between I believe the divisional and finals when people were throwing paper airplanes and all sorts of things off of the 2nd floor..
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