NFL fans in awe at ‘savage’ DK Metcalf for learning sign language to escape fines for trash talking
DK Metcalf has an ingenious way of trash talking.
The Seattle Seahawks wide receiver is known for being a bit of a hot head, and has gone to great lengths to be able to taunt his opponents without getting penalised by referees.
Metcalf recently appeared on the Rich Eisen Show where he revealed he has enrolled in American Sign Language (ASL) classes on his off days in order to trash talk more creatively during games.
The Pro Bowl wideout explained that sign language has enabled him to talk smack without officials realising what he's up to.
During his interview, Metcalf said, “I kept getting flags for my mouthing, so, got sign my s*** talkin now.”
And in Week 11 against the Rams, Metcalf was able to apply his newfound skills to taunt LA cornerback Ahkello Witherspoon.
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After scoring in the first quarter, Metcalf used American Sign Language to sign “44 is my son" to Witherspoon, in reference to the Rams CB's jersey number.
Fans found out about DK's trash talking and were in awe of his creativity.
'Now they about to hire refs who know sign language to start flagging this,' one remarked.
'SAVAGE', another replied.
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'It’s all fun and games until the league starts signing his fines! Just saying…' a third commented.
'Next level hater,' a fourth joked.
Witherspoon would ultimately have the last laugh though as the Rams won the game, 17-16.
Metcalf finished the game with five catches for 94 yards and one touchdown.
For the season, he leads the Seahawks with 646 receiving yards on 40 receptions and three touchdowns. Seattle ranks 13th in the NFL for passing yards (2,308) and 11th in yards per attempt (6.7) and are 6-4 for the season.
They're currently second in the NFC West and face the San Francisco 49ers next in a Thanksgiving clash at Lumen Field.
Keep your eyes peeled for any trash talking - or trash signing - from Metcalf in that game.