Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf sits on the bench duringhis team's game against the Detroit Lions on Sunday. Metcalf appealed the ruling, but the NFL upheld the decision, Senior Vice President of Football & International Communications Michael Signora announced Tuesday. The punishment will result in Metcalf missing the Steelers’ final games of the regular season as the team pursues its first AFC North division title since 2020. Metcalf then took a swipe at the fan, though it’s unclear if he actually hit the individual. (Metcalf) came over because the fan in the stands was holding a ‘4’ Pittsburgh jersey,” referring to Metcalf’s jersey number.

Source: CNN December 24, 2025 14:12 UTC