The NFL suspended Steelers WR DK Metcalf two games without pay after a fan confrontation vs. Lions. Here’s the timeline and what’s next.

PITTSBURGH — DK Metcalf’s regular season is over. Following an appeals hearing, the NFL upheld the Pittsburgh Steelers receiver’s two-game suspension for “initiating a physical confrontation with a fan.” Metcalf will miss the Steelers’ Week 17 and Week 18 games. He’s eligible to return in the postseason, if the Steelers qualify.

Pittsburgh Steelers star receiver DK Metcalf has been banned two games “for conduct detrimental to the NFL for initiating a physical confrontation with a fan”. Metcalf faced disciplinary trouble after appearing to aim a punch at a fan during his team’s 29-24 win over the Detroit Lions.

Steelers HC Mike Tomlin commented on the legal side of DK Metcalf’s incident, as well as when he’ll appeal the suspension.

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Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers connects with wide receiver DK Metcalf over the middle for a 22-yard catch into Miami Dolphins territory.

The NFL wants to speak to the Detroit Lions about their fan code of conduct following altercation with DK Metcalf.

DK Metcalf’s imprint on college football history extends well beyond highlight-reel catches and his eventual NFL future. According to ESPN's David Hale, the most unforgettable college football moment of the 21st century is inseparably tied to DK Metcalf, even though he wasn’t the one flagged on the play.