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Lions Fan Accused of Making Racial Comments During DK Metcalf Altercation Files $100M Lawsuit
Ryan Kennedy alleges false racial slurs claims caused death threats, harassment, and business harm, prompting a $100 million suit against DK Metcalf, Steelers, media, and stadium operators.
- On Feb. 3, 2026, Ryan Kennedy, Detroit Lions fan and mortgage company CEO, filed a $100 million lawsuit in Wayne County Circuit Court naming DK Metcalf, the Pittsburgh Steelers, Chad "Ochocinco" Johnson, Shay Shay Media LLC, All Time Sports LLC, and Ford Field Management LLC.
- On Dec. 22, 2026, Nightcap podcaster Chad Johnson claimed he heard from Metcalf that Kennedy used racial slurs, which Kennedy denies.
- The filing details nine counts including two defamation claims against Metcalf, Johnson, Shay Shay Media, and The Volume, and alleges reputational and economic harm to Kennedy's mortgage business.
- As of Tuesday, none of the named defendants had responded publicly, the NFL suspended Metcalf for two games without pay, and Kennedy will hold a press conference on Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2026.
- The complaint accuses the Pittsburgh Steelers of vicarious liability for Metcalf's conduct and names Ford Field Management LLC for negligence in front-row spectatorship and security protocols.
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Lions fan suing for $100 million over racial slur claims after DK Metcalf incident
On Tuesday night, Detroit fan Ryan Kennedy filed a $100 million lawsuit against DK Metcalf and the media company tied to Chad Johnson and Shannon Sharpe, claiming defamation, negligence, and more, according to multiple reports.
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