In Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the Steelers have successfully acquired star wide receiver DK Metcalf from the Seattle Seahawks in exchange for a 2025 second-round pick. The deal also includes a lucrative five-year, $150 million extension for Metcalf with the Steelers. This trade comes less than a week after Metcalf publicly requested a trade from the Seahawks.
The move to bring Metcalf to the Steelers has been in the works for some time according to reports. General manager Omar Khan was quick to express interest in the two-time Pro Bowler once news of his trade request became public. After surveying the market, the Steelers made the decision to invest heavily in acquiring Metcalf, fulfilling their desire for another top-tier wide receiver.
At 27 years old, Metcalf was set to enter the final year of a three-year, $72 million contract with the Seahawks. The addition of Metcalf to the Steelers’ roster is expected to have a significant impact on the team’s offense, providing quarterback Ben Roethlisberger with another dynamic weapon in the passing game.
This acquisition marks a new chapter for Metcalf as he joins a new team and looks to make a lasting impression in Pittsburgh. With his blend of size, speed, and playmaking ability, Metcalf is poised to become a key player for the Steelers as they compete in a tough AFC North division.
Fans of both the Steelers and the Seahawks are eager to see how this trade will play out on the field, as Metcalf brings his unique skill set to a new environment in Pittsburgh. The upcoming NFL season is sure to be an exciting one as Metcalf suits up in black and gold to represent the Steelers.