Overview
- Ryan Kennedy filed the civil complaint in Wayne County Circuit Court naming DK Metcalf, the Pittsburgh Steelers, Ford Field Management, Chad Johnson, Shay Shay Media, and others.
- The filing lists nine counts, including defamation against Metcalf and media defendants, assault and battery against Metcalf, and negligence and premises liability against Ford Field and team entities.
- Video from Dec. 21 shows Metcalf approach Kennedy, grab his shirt, and shove him; the NFL suspended Metcalf for two games following the incident.
- The defamation claims cite Johnson’s Nightcap comments alleging Kennedy used racial slurs, which Kennedy denies; his attorneys say no audio or video corroborates the accusation and demand public retractions.
- Detroit police say the case remains under investigation, the Wayne County prosecutor is reviewing a warrant request, and a status conference in the civil case is set for May 5.