Aaron Rodgers Sets the Record Straight on Drew Allar’s Alleged DM Scandal

Aaron Rodgers has spoken publicly about the rumors surrounding his new teammate, Drew Allar. On the ‘Not Just Football with Cam Heyward’ podcast, Rodgers addressed the alleged ‘racy’ direct messages attributed to Allar. These messages, which went viral, were reportedly shared in 2025, ahead of Allar’s selection in the third round of the 2026 NFL draft.

The Pittsburgh Steelers took on Drew Allar as their quarterback, where he practices alongside Rodgers and Mason Rudolph. Photos from their training camp at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe, Pennsylvania, on August 3, 2026, show the team focused on preparing for the season.

‘For those pop culture enthusiasts, there’s a DM thread out there about Drew. He wanted me to clarify it’s not true and it was fabricated. But yes, it’s out there and a bit racy,’ Rodgers said during the podcast interview.

Moreover, Rodgers assured that Allar has been in a committed relationship with his high school sweetheart Emma Bush, and the rumors were unfounded. Emma Bush recently shared a video on TikTok celebrating seven years of their relationship, which shows the couple’s strong bond despite gossip and speculation.

Reflecting on his experience, Rodgers recalled hearing about the DM saga.

‘When I heard Drew Allar, the first thing I remembered was the DM story,’ said Rodgers. He noted how such stories circulate in quarterback circles. ‘I thought, Oh, that DM thing was everywhere,’ he added.

Drew Allar, representing the Penn State Nittany Lions at the 2026 NFL Draft Combine, faced the rumors effectively. Rodgers praised Allar’s maturity, noting Allar’s composed handling of locker room dynamics.

‘I asked him about the DM thing, whether it troubled him, especially since he’s been with his girlfriend for a long time,’ Rodgers recounted in the podcast.

This year marks Rodgers’ final NFL season as a player, and he expressed how enjoyable the Steelers’ quarterback room has been. Alongside Mason Rudolph, Will Howard, and Allar, the synergy within the team is evident as they gear up for the season start.

Joe Kinsey, Senior Director of Content at OutKick, contributed to the insights shared in the podcast session.