Austin Metcalf’s Father Accused of Using Racial Slur After Karmelo Anthony Sentencing

Austin Metcalf’s father, Jeff Metcalf, is drawing backlash after making racist remarks about Karmelo Anthony during an appearance on the JinxedSip podcast. Anthony, 19, was convicted of murder in connection with the fatal stabbing of 17-year-old track athlete Austin Metcalf at a track meet in Frisco, Texas, and was sentenced to 35 years in prison. After the court proceedings ended and a gag order was lifted, family members were able to speak publicly about the case.

During the podcast, Jeff Metcalf used a racial slur-like nickname for Anthony, calling him “watermelon felon,” and made additional comments that critics described as hateful and demeaning. He also said he wanted to “make something racist up” so the interview would go viral, comments that quickly spread online and intensified criticism of him. He later claimed he forgave Anthony, despite the insulting language.

The remarks sparked broader outrage because they came in the context of an already tragic case that has deeply affected both families. Anthony’s conviction and lengthy prison sentence closed one chapter in the legal process, but the public response to Metcalf’s comments showed how the controversy is continuing to fuel anger and grief. The podcast appearance also prompted renewed discussion about race, public reactions to violent crime, and the way family members of victims speak after high-profile trials.

Metcalf also attacked Anthony’s parents during the interview, including calling Anthony’s father a “coward” and insulting his mother. He suggested that some people use racial injustice to “play the victim,” drawing further criticism for language that many viewed as inflammatory and inappropriate. The comments were widely circulated after TMZ reported on the exchange, and a clip from the interview was shared on social media.

The situation has added another painful layer to a case that began with the death of a teenager and ended with a murder conviction and prison sentence. While many observers agree that Anthony’s actions were serious and deserving of punishment, Metcalf’s racially charged remarks have shifted attention toward the harm caused by hateful language. The episode highlights how grief, anger, and public attention can collide in the aftermath of violent crime, especially when family members speak openly in a media setting.

The case remains a sensitive subject for both families and for the broader public following the trial. Metcalf’s comments have been condemned by many as unnecessary and racist, even as others note the profound pain of losing a child. The controversy underscores how one tragic event can continue to generate new conflict long after a verdict is reached.