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DK Metcalf had his best game of the season just when the Pittsburgh Steelers needed him most.
He had seven receptions for 148 yards and helped Pittsburgh defeat the Baltimore Ravens, 27-22. After the game, the two-time Pro Bowler had a health issue.
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Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin walks on the field before an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Sunday, Dec. 7, 2025, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Stephanie Scarbrough)
Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin said Tuesday that Metcalf was treated for an abdominal issue after he was hit in the abdomen during the game.
A Steelers spokesperson told NFL Network that Metcalf was taken to a local Baltimore hospital where he spent the night. He reportedly had stomach pains.
Tomlin said Metcalf is progressing well since his injury and is expected to play Monday when Pittsburgh faces the Miami Dolphins.
“It probably got progressively worse after the game and for that I thank our medical experts,” Tomlin said. “We just acted very cautiously. We didn’t want to put him up in the air without having a full understanding of what he was dealing with and they did a good job of that.”
Metcalf was listed as questionable on the injury report.
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf (4) catches a pass against Baltimore Ravens cornerback Nate Wiggins (2) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 7, 2025, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
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The Steelers acquired Metcalf from the Seattle Seahawks in the offseason and he became Aaron Rodgers’ top target.
He has 52 receptions for 753 yards and five touchdowns. His touchdown total this season so far has tied last season. He only played 15 games in 2024.
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The Steelers are dealing with a lot of bruised and battered players. Guard Andrus Peat, defensive tackle Derrick Harmon and safety Kyle Dugger were listed as questionable with various injuries. Tackle Calvin Anderson has already been ruled out with a knee issue.
