The NFL has issued a two-game suspension for the Steelers’ DK Metcalf after the wide receiver was seen taking a swipe at a Lions fan during Pittsburgh’s win over Detroit on Sunday afternoon.
In a Monday statement, the league said:
“Metcalf’s actions violate league policy, which specifies that ‘players may not enter the stands or otherwise confront fans at any time on game day and … if a player makes unnecessary physical contact with a fan in any way that constitutes unsportsmanlike conduct or presents crowd-control issues and/or risk of injury, he will be held accountable.’”
According to NFL Network's Tom Pelissero, the receiver plans to appeal the decision.
Official from the NFL: "Metcalf’s actions violate league policy, which specifies that “players may not enter the stands or otherwise confront fans at any time on game day and…if a player makes unnecessary physical contact with a fan in any way that constitutes unsportsmanlike… https://t.co/GWlavLXoRE
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) December 22, 2025
Per both Pelissero and ESPN, Metcalf had previously reported the same fan to Seahawks security back when he played in Seattle.
As things currently stand, Metcalf is slated to miss the Steelers’ road tilt against the Browns and the team's home finale against the Ravens.
This is a breaking news story. Please check back for updates.
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