DK Metcalf Fantasy Football News

DK Metcalf
WR
, Pittsburgh Steelers

Age: 29
Weight: 235 lbs
Height: 6' 4"
College: Mississippi

ADP: 76
Depth Chart Ranking: 1

Pts	RecYds	RecTD	Rec	RuYds
27.3	213	1	16	0

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Steelers HC Mike McCarthy promises more opportunities for DK Metcalf

Nick Farabaugh

Sep 24 · 2:25 PM EDT

Mike McCarthy on DK Metcalf and where he's at:

"I think just the biggest thing, number one, just know he has our support. We're going to throw the ball to DK. I can promise you that. But just continue to work. He's a true professional."

Fantasy Impact:

McCarthy’s comments do not guarantee an immediate breakout, but Pittsburgh clearly has no intention of reducing Metcalf’s role after two inefficient games. His current low-end WR2 ranking appropriately balances the expected volume with an offense that has struggled to create explosive plays. Fantasy managers should continue starting him as a lower-end WR2/WR3, with hopes that a blow-up game could turn things around. Metcalf has shown he is able to turn one positive play into some big fantasy output.

Colts WR Michael Pittman Jr. returns to practice Thursday

Nick Farabaugh

Sep 24 · 2:22 PM EDT

Some other notes from the open period to media:

- WR Michael Pittman Jr. continued to work today. He is battling a foot injury but was participating.

- Spencer Anderson still has the big wrap on his lower right leg.

- Rico Dowdle did not participate but was out of his boot. Jaylen Warren was participating.

- Joey Porter Jr. continues his work. Jamel Dean and Jalen Ramsey returned to practice after missing yesterday.

Fantasy Impact:

Pittman is moving in the right direction, although his official Thursday participation level and Friday status will determine whether he is a viable Week 3 option. A full practice would put him on track to play; another limited session would leave him as a risky flex. Wilson and Bernard would lose some opportunity if Pittman returns.

Steelers not sure if Michael Pittman Jr. (foot) will play in Week 3

Nick Farabaugh on X

Sep 21 · 4:22 PM EDT

McCarthy says he's unsure if Michael Pittman (foot) will be able to suit up against the Bengals.

Related players: DK Metcalf, Roman Wilson, Germie Bernard

Fantasy Impact:

McCarthy added, according to the post, that Pittman Jr.'s foot injury is not the injury he suffered during training camp. The coach added Pittman has taken some positive steps forward. Hopefully we'll know more with injury reports this week, but it doesn't sound too optimistic that Pittman will be ready to go. Metcalf, Wilson and Bernard could run as the team's top-three WRs.

Steelers WR Michael Pittman Jr. downgraded to DNP Thursday

Steelers

Sep 17 · 7:06 PM EDT

Michael Pittman Jr. did not practice Thursday because of a foot injury after being limited Wednesday.

Fantasy Impact:

The Thursday downgrade creates legitimate Week 2 uncertainty. Metcalf would consolidate an already substantial target share if Pittman sits, while Wilson would be positioned for a larger route share. Freiermuth could also receive additional short-area opportunities.