Steelers star players had ‘heated’ exchange in locker room after loss to Browns: report

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All-Pro wide receiver Diontae Johnson was visibly upset after the Pittsburgh Steelers' disappointing Week 11 loss to the Cleveland Browns. And a new report from ESPN revealed Johnson's frustration escalated into a "heated" exchange with one of his teammates. 

ESPN learned Johnson's frustration spilled over into the Steelers locker room last Sunday, and, at some point, he appeared to target defensive back Minkah Fitzpatrick. 

Steelers veterans Cameron Heyward and T.J. Watt stepped in and broke up the spat.

The report added that Watt emphasized the importance of the team sticking together.

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A photo of props on the field with the Pittsburgh Steelers' logo during a game between the Las Vegas Raiders and the Pittsburgh Steelers Dec. 24, 2022, at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh. (Mark Alberti/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

The reported altercation came just a couple of days before longtime head coach Mike Tomlin confirmed offensive coordinator Matt Canada had been fired.

"Matt Canada has been relieved of his duties as offensive coordinator," Tomlin said in a statement. "I appreciate Matt’s hard work and dedication, and I wish him the best moving forward in his career."

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The lack of production from the Steelers' offense has been widely discussed this season. The team produced just 77 passing yards and 10 points in its game against the AFC North rival Browns.

Johnson finished the game against Cleveland with two catches for 16 yards. He also appeared to have a colorful exchange with Tomlin during