NFL denies D.K. Metcalf's appeal of two-game suspension

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The NFL ruled on Tuesday that it will not reduce Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver D.K. Metcalf's two-game suspension for initiating contact with a fan during Sunday's game at Detroit.

The decision means Metcalf will miss the rest of the regular season as the Steelers (9-6) attempt to hold on to their one-game lead over the Baltimore Ravens (8-7