Overview
- Rodgers told reporters this week that Metcalf has had an “incredible” training camp and is the team’s clear No. 1 receiving option.
- He said opponents will shade coverage and double Metcalf, and that Roman Wilson, Pat Freiermuth, Darnell Washington and the running backs must capitalize when Metcalf draws extra help.
- Camp reports from multiple outlets describe Metcalf as dominant in early September and Rodgers praised Wilson as another standout performer.
- Michael Pittman Jr. has been limited by injury and has missed reps with Rodgers, increasing Pittsburgh’s near-term reliance on Metcalf and other on-field options.
- Metcalf enters 2026 after a below-expectation 2025 (59 catches for 850 yards) and Rodgers framed their growing connection as pivotal in what many view as his final NFL season.