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Metcalf vs. Fan: Racial Slur Claim, Stadium Security

DK Metcalf and Ryan Kennedys heated exchange at Ford Field has sparked controversy, with Metcalf accusing Kennedy of racial slurs and Kennedy denying the claims. The incident has overshadowed the Steelers victory and raised questions about fan behavior and stadium security. Metcalf and Kennedy have a history, with Metcalf previously reporting Kennedy to team security. The NFL now faces a difficult decision on how to handle the situation.

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