DK Metcalf suspension: Mike Tomlin supports Steelers WR, addresses possible legal ramifications

by: Nick Geddes 8 hours ago NickGeddesNews

Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin didn’t have much to say Sunday about the video which showed wide receiver DK Metcalf getting into a physical altercation with a Detroit Lions fan at Ford Field. Tuesday, one day after the NFL suspended Metcalf for two games without pay, Tomlin opened up on the subject.

Tomlin revealed he spoke with Metcalf, who explained to him why he punched the fan. While Tomlin doesn’t “condone” the behavior, he supports Metcalf.

“He did explain to me why he did what he did, and I certainly don’t condone the behavior, but I support DK,” Tomlin said. “I really don’t have a lot to add other than what I just told you. I think he has a hearing this afternoon, an appeals hearing. And I certainly don’t want to weigh in prior to that. And certainly, I’ve heard more recently that there might be legal ramifications, and so I better be careful about what I say and how I say it.”

Metcalf’s altercation with the fan came during the second quarter of Sunday’s win over the Lions. Metcalf approached the stands along the sideline as the fan leaned over the railing. Video showed Metcalf throwing a punch before walking away. Since Metcalf was off the field at the time, no in-game ejection or immediate punishment was issued.

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