Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf questionable for Week 6 matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 17, 2026, 1:20 AM
Last updated Oct 17, 2026
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf has been designated as questionable for the Week 6 game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers due to an illness. This update comes after a practice report revealed Metcalf's unexpected inclusion on the injury list. Throughout his tenure with the Steelers, Metcalf has struggled to meet expectations, averaging 53.8 receiving yards per game since joining the team in 2025. The Steelers hope he can overcome this setback in time for the matchup on Sunday.
- •DK Metcalf listed as questionable for Week 6 against Buccaneers.
- •Metcalf picked up an illness during practice.
- •He has 1,075 receiving yards and seven touchdowns in 20 games with the Steelers.
- •Metcalf was traded to the Steelers from the Seahawks in March 2025.
- •Game against the Buccaneers is set for Sunday.
- 1:20 AMYahoo Sports — Steelers WR DK Metcalf hit with surprise injury designation for Week 6
"The Pittsburgh Steelers updated DK Metcalf's Week 6 status to questionable after he picked up an illness on Friday.
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