Pittsburgh Steelerswide receiverDK Metcalfmade a visit to the hospital following his team's game against theBaltimore Ravens"out of an abundance of caution,"NFL Media's Ian Rapoport reports.
Metcalf's was pulled off the team flight and sent to the hospital after he experienced stomach pains ahead of the trip from Baltimore to Pittsburgh.
The Steelers' medical team "removed him from the plan out of an abundance of caution," ateam spokesman saidin a statement.
Metcalf was discharged from the hospital and stayed overnight in Baltimore. He is expected to fly back to Pittsburgh on Monday, Dec. 8 to rejoin the team.
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Week 1: Detroit Lions wide receiver Isaac TeSlaa (18)makes a catch for a touchdownagainst the Green Bay Packers during the fourth quarter at Lambeau Field. The play was originally ruled an incomplete pass, but the call was overturned. Despite TeSlaa's effort, the Packers won the game 27-13.
It isn't clear whether Metcalf's ailment will impact his ability to play in the Steelers' Week 15 game against theMiami Dolphinson "Monday Night Football."
Metcalf enjoyed his best game as a Steeler in Pittsburgh's 27-22 win over Baltimore. The former Seahawk logged a season high in targets (12), receptions (7) and receiving yards (148) while showing a strong connection with quarterbackAaron Rodgers.
Metcalf has totaled a team-high 52 reception for 753 yards and five touchdowns during his first season with the Steelers.
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