Pittsburgh Steelers rookie OL Gennings Dunker has a massive game day meal plan

Offensive linemen do not survive on clean eating alone. Dunker prioritizes calorie intake because he burns through fuel as quickly as he consumes it on the gridiron. And the hot chocolate? Even NFL linemen crave something sweet.

Game Day: Pregame Fuel

7:15 a.m. Meal

• Four pieces of toast
• Two bowls of Wheaties
• Two pancakes
• Two chicken breasts
• Water with a hydration packet

The most important meal of the day delivers a heavy dose of grains and carbohydrates to maximize energy levels. The Steelers need their offensive linemen ready to dominate the trenches.

9:00 a.m. Meal

• Four pieces of toast
• Chicken breast

10:15 a.m. Meal

• Honey Stinger waffles and chews
• Maurten Gel
• Hydration packet mixed with water

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A few quick energy boosts later, and Dunker is ready to take the field for Pittsburgh.

In-Game Fuel and Postgame Recovery

In-Game

• Honey Stinger waffles and chews
• Powerade
• Water

The strategy remains simple: stay hydrated and stay energized.

Postgame Meal

• Culver’s double bacon cheeseburger
• Culver’s family-size cheese curds or onion rings
• Three sides of Culver’s ranch dressing

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Now that is a postgame meal. Dunker finishes the day with a well-earned reward after a grueling performance in the trenches. Few athletes would turn down a feast from Culver’s after game day.

Many fans may wonder what this 24-hour meal plan looks like in terms of calories and macronutrients. Here’s the breakdown:

Calories: 10,065 k/cal
Carbohydrates: 1,060g
Fat: 440g
Protein: 480g
Caffeine: 100-115g

Could you eat like an NFL offensive lineman preparing for game day?