DK Metcalf's suspension impacts Steelers' plans and $45M guarantees
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Steelers receiver DK Metcalf faces a $555,555 salary loss due to a suspension, but the team could also attempt to recover $1.5 million of his signing bonus and potentially void $25 million in guaranteed 2026 pay and $20 million in 2027 injury guarantees if they choose to play hardball, which could increase the financial impact to as much as $27.55 million. The final outcome depends on the appeal process.
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