DK Metcalf fined for taunting during Steelers-Browns game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 11, 2026, 12:26 AM
Last updated Oct 11, 2026

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf has been fined $11,941 for taunting against the Cleveland Browns during the Steelers’ 27-24 loss in Week 4 on October 1, 2026. The penalty occurred after Metcalf tossed the ball at two defenders following a 7-yard catch in the first quarter. This fine marks the fifth penalty against him this season, with four accepted, leading to a total of 42 yards lost for his team. Metcalf was not penalized again during the game.
- •DK Metcalf fined $11,941 for taunting on October 1, 2026
- •Incident occurred after a 7-yard catch in the first quarter
- •Metcalf has received five penalties this season, costing 42 yards
- •Steelers lost 27-24 to the Browns in Week 4
- 12:26 AMYahoo Sports — NFL fines Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf
"Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf was fined for taunting against the Cleveland Browns in the Steelers’ 27-24 Week 4 Thursday Night Football loss.
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