UPDATE: New reports from Yahoo Sports reveal that Aaron Rodgers has established an unusual rule regarding toilet use during the Steelers’ training camp at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe, PA. Just announced, the 41-year-old quarterback has instructed his roommate, DK Metcalf, not to flush the toilet at night to avoid disturbing sleep.
In a candid interview, Metcalf disclosed that the toilet’s loud flush prompted Rodgers to ask for a nighttime courtesy. “The toilet is super loud,” Metcalf explained. “So he was like, ‘Yeah, at night, if we got to piss, just don’t flush the toilet.’ I was like, ‘All right, bet.’”
This quirky arrangement comes as the Steelers adjust to their new living conditions during training camp. Metcalf, who joined the team via a trade from the Seahawks, is navigating not just the challenges of a new team but also the unique dynamics of dorm life with a football legend.
On Wednesday evening at 9:30 p.m. ET, Metcalf texted Rodgers to check if he could flush, confirming the quarterback was still awake. “All right, bet,” Rodgers replied, giving Metcalf the green light to proceed.
The two players share a bathroom, which Metcalf initially mistook for a front door knock. “I thought it was the front door and it was actually my bathroom door,” he recounted. “He was like, ‘Oh, man, I was hoping it was you.’ I was like, ‘Ah, did not think I was going to have a roommate but glad to see you too, Aaron.’”
Building rapport off the field is essential, especially since Rodgers has a reputation for being demanding of his receivers. The duo has already faced a bumpy start: during the first training camp practice, Rodgers’ initial pass intended for Metcalf was intercepted.
Rodgers expressed optimism about their developing relationship. “DK and I have worked out in the offseason together, got a good relationship,” he stated earlier this week. “We talked about a lot of football stuff. We FaceTime, we texted during the offseason after many camps, so we’ve got a good relationship. It’s going to just keep on growing.”
As Metcalf adapts to Rodgers’ toilet rules, Rodgers is also getting accustomed to Metcalf’s lifestyle. “He gets to listen to a lot of my music taste or hear me yell at the video games sometimes, but, nah, it’s going to be fun having him across the hall from me,” Metcalf added.
This lighthearted yet significant dynamic reflects the challenges and camaraderie players face during the intense training camp period. All eyes will be on how this partnership evolves as both athletes aim for success on the field.
Stay tuned for more developments from the Steelers’ training camp as they prepare for the upcoming season.
