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Steelers rookie could pay price for on-camera controversial gesture
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Yahya Black may have just cost himself big in the Pittsburgh Steelers ' Week 16 matchup against the Detroit Lions .
With around five minutes and 52 seconds remaining in the first quarter, Black was spotted flipping the bird at the Lions sideline — a broadcasted one-finger salute that'll likely result in a hefty fine for the Steelers rookie.
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The exchange includes gestures that may be considered inappropriate, with footage of the incident available to view here .
Selected with the 164th overall pick in the fifth round of the 2025 NFL Draft, Black has appeared in 15 games, including three starts.
A part of the Steelers' offseason plan to shore up their run defense, Black has been solid for Pittsburgh during his rookie season, but there's no question he'll need to answer to the league for his actions on live television.
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This article originally appeared on Steelers Wire: Steelers' Yahya Black may be fined for controversial moment vs. Lions
