Texans' DeMeco Ryans: DK Metcalf's return gives Pittsburgh 'their full offense' in Monday night's Wild Card bout

Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf is set to return for Monday night's Wild Card game after serving a two-game suspension. Houston Texans coach DeMeco Ryans acknowledges the significant impact of Metcalf's presence on the Pittsburgh offense. Metcalf leads the Steelers with 850 receiving yards and six touchdowns, and his return is expected to enhance Aaron Rodgers' performance, as shown by the difference in Rodgers' statistics with and without Metcalf on the field.

Metcalf's postseason history is notable, averaging 112.8 receiving yards per game, the highest for players with at least four playoff games. In previous matchups, Ryans' defense has been effective against Metcalf, limiting him to 65 or fewer yards in regular season games. However, in a 2022 Wild Card game, Metcalf recorded 10 catches for 136 yards and two touchdowns against Ryans' former team, the 49ers.

The Texans' defense has been strong against wide