This article was originally published on www.si.com/nfl/steelers/onsi as Former NFL WR Slams Steelers' DK Metcalf for Fan Altercation. The Pittsburgh Steelers found themselves in controversy at the wide receiver position during their win over the Detroit Lions.

Through most of this season, the Steelers have been a puzzling team. They’re 1-5 against teams currently in playoff position, but the one win is against the Patriots, one of the best teams in the AFC. The defense has given up 30 points or more five times, but they’ve also forced five or more turnovers twice.

The incident occurred in the second quarter of Sunday's game. While the Lions' offense was on the field, Metcalf approached a fan sitting in the front row and wearing a blue wig. After exchanging words with the fan, Metcalf appeared to throw a punch at the fan's head.

Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin made NFL history after his team finished off a chaotic victory over the Detroit Lions in Week 16. With the win, the

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf has become one of the most popular topics in the league this week. The veteran starred in a controversial moment with a Detroit Lions fan. Certain camera angles showed Metcalf seemingly punching the fan.

Steelers WR DK Metcalf’s two-game suspension was upheld by the NFL and NFLPA, effectively ending any hope he could return before playoffs.

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