DK Metcalf's physical confrontation with a Detroit Lions won't cost him. The Steelers will not void his $45 million in guaranteed money.

The latest chapter in the DK Metcalf–Ryan Kennedy saga unfolded Sunday when FOX Sports’ Jay Glazer reported before kickoff that the Pittsburgh Steelers receiver had filed a formal security complaint against Kennedy in September 2024, while Metcalf was still with the Seattle Seahawks.

Dec 21, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Lions cornerback Rock Ya-Sin (23) tackles Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf (4) during the fourth quarter at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Lon Horwedel-Imagn Images The Pittsburgh Steelers-Detroit ...

The Steelers reportedly won't void guarantees in Metcalf's contract, but the issue could be revisited, and it's hardly a simple decision.

The video, which was originally posted by a fan on Instagram and later shared on X by the Bussin' With The Boys account, shows Metcalf walking over to the fan, who was standing in the front row behind the Pittsburgh bench and leaning slightly out onto the ...

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf is a rugged player who is willing to put his body on the line for his team. That was evidenced in the team’s win over the Baltimore Ravens, where he decided to play at gunner on the punt team for a rep,