Aaron Rodgers Drops Bombshell Response on DK Metcalf’s Wild Lions Fan Punching Scandal [VIDEO]

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers has addressed the altercation between teammate DK Metcalf and a Detroit Lions fan on Sunday.

During Sunday’s game between the Lions and Steelers at Ford Field, cameras caught DK Metcalf punching a Detroit fan after exchanging some words. The officials didn’t see the incident as it unfolded, so Metcalf wasn’t ejected. Aaron Rodgers and the visitors held on for a tight 29-24 victory.

However, the NFL looked into the incident and handed Metcalf a two-game suspension. He’ll miss the Steelers’ final two regular-season games, though he’ll be eligible to return for the postseason. Pittsburgh needs just a single win or one more Baltimore Ravens loss to win the AFC North.

Aaron Rodgers addressed the incident while speaking to reporters on Wednesday. The four-time MVP emphasized that he doesn’t “condone” Metcalf’s actions, but cited the importance of fans displaying proper conduct:

“I think there’s a mindset that you pay for a ticket, you say whatever the (heck) you want. I think there should be some sort of code of conduct. Obviously, that was intentional, and I think there was some celebration afterward on his part.

Obviously, I don’t condone what DK did. I understand there have been a lot of comments said my way over the years. The truth is that it would never happen face to face…There are two sides to every story. I support DK. I’ll continue to support DK.”

Aaron Rodgers on fan conduct at games: “I think there’s a mindset that you pay for a ticket, you say whatever the hell you want. I think there should be some sort of code of conduct. Obviously that was intentional and I think there was some celebration afterward in his part.” pic.twitter.com/4OC3Gkda44

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The Lions fan was later identified as Ryan Kennedy. Yesterday, news emerged that Kennedy’s attorneys will further discuss the incident on Friday.

Aaron Rodgers Will Be Tested Without DK Metcalf

Aaron Rodgers has done a fine job in a game manager role for the Steelers, but Metcalf has been his only reliable pass-catcher this season. The 28-year-old has 59 catches for 850 yards and six touchdowns.

Running back Kenneth Gainwell leads the team with 62 receptions. He’s second in receiving yards with 410. No other Steeler has reached the 400-yard mark, with tight end Pat Freiermuth third on the team (372 yards).

The Steelers have a favorable matchup on Sunday against the 3-12 Cleveland Browns. Win that game, and the division is locked up. But a loss, coupled with a Ravens win over the Green Bay Packers on Sunday, would set up a win-or-go-home clash for the AFC North crown in Week 18.