DK Metcalf’s insane candy-only diet goes viral as fans ask, “How is this real?”

If you thought NFL stars eat like machines on a strict regimen of grilled chicken and protein shakes. DK Metcalf is here to absolutely destroy that stereotype. He has gone viral again for the craziest diet you’ll ever hear and we’re not exaggerating.We’re talking coffee, candy, and one meal a day. That’s it. No protein shakes, no egg whites, no kale. Just sugar and vibes.So what does DK Metcalf eat in a day? Glad you asked because apparently, the answer is straight out of a Halloween trick-or-treat bag.Here’s his daily “menu,” which he casually revealed on Kevin Garnett’s “KG Certified” podcast:Yes, you read that right. One meal a day. After downing sugar all afternoon. Metcalf said this helps him stay energized through his workouts, and he doesn’t crave anything else until late evening.NFL Twitter immediately exploded once this clip started making the rounds again. Fans were straight-up shocked. One user raised a legit question, “This makes 0 sense.. how does he get enough protein for his muscles?” honestly that’s a fair concern. Another user commented “Maha needs to study him”People couldn’t wrap their heads around the fact that a Pro Bowl wide receiver with arguably one of the best physiques in the league fuels himself off candy and vibes. It’s giving Willy Wonka meets world-class athlete.Even though Metcalf swears by this diet, nutritionists have made it very clear: this is not the move for the average human being. Sports dietitians say that kind of sugar load would tank most people’s energy levels, gut health, and long-term recovery.But here’s the thing, DK Metcalf is not normal. His body is a literal science experiment in peak performance. He’s got elite genetics, world-class recovery tools, and a training routine most mortals couldn’t survive.In short: what works for DK really only works for DK.DK Metcalf just proved you don’t need six meals a day and a gallon of chicken breast to perform like a beast. For him, it’s coffee, gummies, and one late dinner and it somehow works. Fans are shocked, trainers are horrified, and the internet? Still obsessed.Also read - Ugly fight breaks out at New York Giants OTA as Kayvon Thibodeaux throws a punch at teammate