New angle of the DK Metcalf incident has a massive fine written all over it

Nov 23, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf (4) reacts after a touchdown against the Chicago Bears during the first half at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Mike Dinovo-Imagn Images
Nov 23, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf (4) reacts after a touchdown against the Chicago Bears during the first half at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Mike Dinovo-Imagn Images | Mike Dinovo-Imagn Images

Sunday brought a moment that could end up defining DK Metcalf's entire career—and not in a good way.

CBS cameras caught the Steelers' wide receiver throwing a punch at a Lions fan. Shockingly, Metclaf was let off the hook without facing ejection or a flag since the officials missed it.

Now, however, an alternate angle of the heated altercation is making rounds on the internet.

The clip doesn't have the words exchanged between Metcalf and the fan, whom the Detroit Free Press later identified as Ryan Kennedy. Yet, it is enough to put the former Ole Miss star in some seriously hot water.

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The alternate angle captured Metcalf walking upto Kennedy, aggressively grabbing him by his blue wig, pulling him down and lashing out with a closed fist.

Whether Metcalf will face a serious suspension, or will be let off with a fine will be the hottest topic on Monday, as everyone waits for the league to make a statement.

What the Lions' fan had to say

While Kennedy was thrown out of the game, the Detroit Free Press later tracked him down.

"My name is 'Biggest Detroit Lions Fan Ever that got attacked by DeKaylin Zecharius Metcalf'," he said.

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“What, my full name isn’t is DeKaylin Zecharius Metcalf," he continued. "He doesn’t like his government name. I called him that, and then he grabbed me and ripped my shirt. I’m a little shocked. Like everyone’s talking to me. I’m a little rattled, but I just want the Lions to win, baby."

Since Metcalf wasn't flagged on the field, the NFL said they couldn't intervene, but a decision will be "delivered to compliance, which could potentially suspend or fine him in the future," per the Free Press.

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