{
  "id": 13732136,
  "title": "Steelers' DK Metcalf takes brutal shot at Colts' Sauce Gardner before kickoff",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/11/steelers-dk-metcalf-takes-brutal-shot-at-colts-sauce-gardner-before",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-11T14:11:14.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/steelers-dk-metcalf-takes-brutal-141114137.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf delivered a scathing critique of Indianapolis Colts cornerback Sauce Gardner ahead of their Week 5 matchup. During a recent press conference, reporters inquired about any specific strategies Metcalf needed to consider when facing Gardner, and his response was decidedly harsh. Metcalf emphasized that he wouldn't be concerned with Gardner's strengths as a cornerback; instead, Gardner would be responsible for guarding Metcalf. The tension between these two players has intensified, with Gardner currently holding an edge over Metcalf in their previous encounters. Despite playing poorly this season, Gardner may find himself on the receiving end of some much-needed revenge from Metcalf. For the latest on the Steelers, including roster updates and injury news, stay tuned to TheSteelersWire on X and like their Facebook page.",
  "summary": "Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf took a savage shot at Indianapolis Colts cornerback Sauce Gardner before their Week 5 meeting.",
  "key_points": [],
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  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Newsweek",
        "title": "DK Metcalf Throws Shade at Sauce Gardner Before Steelers-Colts Clash",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/11/dk-metcalf-throws-shade-at-sauce-gardner-before-steelers-colts-clash",
        "published": "2026-10-11T03:46:16.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Yahoo Sports",
        "title": "Steelers’ DK Metcalf throws massive shade at Sauce Gardner before Week 5 clash: ‘Who?’",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/11/steelers-dk-metcalf-throws-massive-shade-at-sauce-gardner-before-week",
        "published": "2026-10-11T07:15:33.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}