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A clear photo of the fan who was involved in the altercation with DK Metcalf has surfaced in the wake of the shocking incident.
The Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver was caught on camera taking a swing at a Detroit Lions fan during the second quarter of Sunday’s win.
Metcalf was seen holding the supporter, who was bent over in the stands. He shoved him before walking back to the bench.
The 28-year-old has since been suspended for two games. He is at risk of losing a ton of money as a result. It’s also believed that the fan is considering legal action.
You can see a photo of a blue-haired man said to be him below:
Here’s a photo NFL Network showed of the guy who got into it with DK Metcalf. And could be pursuing legal action against the Steelers wide receiver. pic.twitter.com/1UDkqAuM23
— Andrew Fillipponi (@ThePoniExpress) December 23, 2025
The photo drew plenty of comments in similar vein.
“This guy would never use a racial slur,” someone wrote.
This guy would never use a racial slur.
— BadPhillyAtty (@PhillyBadTakes) December 23, 2025
“Wow, he’s going to be able to buy a ton of meth with that settlement,” someone else chimed in.
Wow, he's going to be able to buy a ton of meth with that settlement
— Ty Noel (@pittsportsguy87) December 23, 2025
“Yeah, that guy looks like a model citizen that would NEVER use any foul language,” another comment read.
Yeah, that guy looks like a model citizen that would NEVER use any foul language.
— Geb Spade (@GEB_Spade) December 23, 2025
“he definitely called him a slur idc i believe dk,” another comment read.
he definitely called him a slur idc i believe dk
— packers glazer (@acropeach) December 23, 2025
The Detroit Free Press managed to catch up to the fan in question. He has been identified as Ryan Kennedy.
Kennedy claimed to have triggered Metcalf by simply calling him by his first name.
“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,” he told the outlet.
Metcalf has reportedly relayed a different version of events. A source close to the WR told NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero Kennedy called Metcalf “something we both know you don’t call a Black man.”
He is also said to have used a derogatory term to describe Metcalf’s mother.
Meanwhile, Kennedy has denied these claims through his attorney.
