DK Metcalf reveals text from the NFL ordering him to take a DRUG TEST just days after video of his ‘insane’ leaping catch went viral… despite claims that the clip had been edited
Seattle Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf will be required to take a performance enhancing drug test by the NFL following a seemingly superman catch.
Metcalf sent Twitter into a stir after a video surfaced Friday of him leaping for a one-handed catch which may well be the definition of jumping out of the gym.
Though the league are taking no chances. Metcalf posted a photo of a text message he purportedly received Sunday from Brian Keller, a representative of the NFL.
‘Good morning DK,’ the text began. ‘You’ve been selected for a PES policy collection tomorrow 02/20/23.
‘Please contact me as soon as possible so that we may arrange a time and place to meet tomorrow.’
The superstar Seattle wide receiver shared an image of a text issuing the drug test notice
There is no real consensus as to whether the video has been doctored. Though there are questions over its validity as Metcalf is seen barely bending his knees before launching himself into the atmosphere above.
Metcalf has not spoken on the viral video, however Cowboys linebacker Micah Parsons tweeted his reaction, saying: ‘Nah this is insane!’
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson found the video amusing, asking Twitter if it was some sort of promotional piece.
‘I had to come back to this [laugh emoji] bra is this for a Commerical?’
Metcalf managed to show off his athletic prowess on the basketball court Friday night and threw down dunks en route to winning MVP of the celebrity exhibition.
The 25-year-old got up for a rejection on actor Everett Osbourne, as part of Team Dwyane. Wade’s team defeated Utah Jazz owner Ryan Smith’s, Team Ryan 81-78 following a late rally.
Metcalf was named MVP after scoring 20 points and 10 rebounds, but his catalogue of dunks were most mesmerizing.
DK Metcalf sent the sports social media world into a debate as a video surfaced of his high leap
All-Pro Dallas Cowboys linebacker Micah Parsons thought the video of Metcalf was ‘insane’
The former Ole Miss product has wowed the sports world before, with his famous chase down of Arizona Cardinals safety Budda Baker one of the most memorable plays of the 2010 NFL season.
Metcalf had another solid season for the Seahawks in 2022, as the young team made a surprise playoff berth in the NFC, ultimately losing in the Wildcard to division rivals San Francisco.
He finished the regular season with 1,048 receiving yards, 90 receptions and six touchdowns.
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson also questioned the reality of the crazy video
The 25-year-old had another productive year for Seattle in the NFK, registering over 1,000 yds
Metcalf showed his prowess transfers to the basketball court in the NBA All-Star Celeb Game