Field Level Media
24 Dec 2025, 23:35 GMT+10
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DK Metcalf's two-game suspension for an altercation with a fan could void $45 million in the Steelers receiver's contract, according to multiple reports.
Metcalf, 28, signed a four-year, $132 million deal with Pittsburgh in March after being acquired from the Seattle Seahawks.
The contract includes guaranteed money in 2026 ($25 million) and 2027 ($20 million) that will be 'null and void' if he fails 'to practice or play with the Club for any reason,' according to CBS Sports.
Metcalf is also forfeiting $555,556 in salary for missing Pittsburgh's final two regular-season games ($277,778 per game) after being suspended for conduct detrimental to the NFL for initiating contact with a fan at Detroit's Ford Field on Sunday.
Metcalf appealed the suspension, but it was upheld on Tuesday by an appeals officer jointly appointed by the NFL and the NFL Players Association.
With the Steelers (9-6) trying to hold off the Baltimore Ravens (7-8) to win the AFC North, Metcalf will miss Sunday's contest at Cleveland and the Week 18 finale at home against Baltimore.
During the Steelers' 29-24 win over the Lions, Metcalf walked behind Pittsburgh's sideline toward a Lions fan leaning over the front row. Metcalf raised his right hand to grab the fan, who was wearing a blue wig, and then appeared to try to punch the man as he leaned back.
Metcalf was not penalized during the game, but multiple cameras caught the interaction and ultimately led to his suspension on Monday.
A two-time Pro Bowl selection, Metcalf leads the Steelers in receiving yards (850), touchdown receptions (six) and targets (99). He ranks second on the team with 59 catches.
--Field Level Media
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