What Seahawks want back for DK Metcalf after star’s surprise trade request

What Seahawks want back for DK Metcalf after star’s surprise trade request

Teams are going to have to pony up, both financially and with draft capital, if they want to add DK Metcalf.

The Seahawks are asking for first- and third-round picks for their star receiver who requested a trade, while Metcalf wants a new deal worth at least $30 million per season, according to The Athletic.

Several teams reportedly have inquired about the 27-year-old, with ESPN reporting Seattle had already discussed Metcalf with other teams before his demand.

DK Metcalf wants a fresh start. AP

“We will do what’s best for the Seahawks,” a source told the outlet.

Seattle had a pᴀssing of the torch last season with former first-round pick Jaxon Smith-Njigba becoming Geno Smith’s prime target in the Seahawks’ pᴀssing attack.

Smith-Njigba had 137 targets, 1,130 yards and six touchdowns compared to 108, 992 and five for Metcalf.

The five scores marked the fewest of Metcalf’s six-year career, and he failed to eclipse 1,000 receiving yards for the first time in three seasons.

Metcalf scored a career-low five touchdowns last year. Getty Images

Metcalf wants to land with a contender, per ESPN, and this trade request could be a sign that he wants to be a team’s clear No. 1 option and also be paid like one.

The 2019 second-round pick has one year and $18 million left on the three-year extension he previously signed.

If he’s able to get it, a $30 million average would make him one of the game’s top-paid receivers.

The Patriots are desperate for a playmaker for emerging quarterback Drake Maye and could make sense as a trade partner, though giving up the No. 4 pick may be a little rich.

The Packers need a No. 1 receiver for Jordan Love, but they typically are not a team to trade premium ᴀssets for players.

The Chargers could use a receiver to complement rookie star Ladd McConkey and own the No. 22 pick, though head coach Jim Harbaugh usually employs run-first approaches.

Could DK Metcalf feel the (Jordan) Love in 2025? Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

Inquiring teams will also have to weigh whether to give up the draft capital for Metcalf or to pursue free agent Davante Adams, who will only require money.

Tee Higgins could be available should the Bengals not offer a long-term deal of his liking, but that may last until the summer since the team has until July 15.

If the Seahawks do trade Metcalf, they will need to add a receiver either in free agency or the draft since they also released veteran Tyler Lockett on Wednesday.

Seattle went 10-7 last season and finished second in the NFC West, but missed the playoffs in coach Mike Macdonald’s first year replacing Pete Carroll.

Related Posts

Kansas City Chiefs linked with bombshell trade for million Cleveland Browns star

Kansas City Chiefs linked with bombshell trade for $57million Cleveland Browns star

After trading away a big-money offensive lineman contract in the form of Joe Thuney, the Kansas City Chiefs have been linked to trade for a different big-money…

NFL player and rapper spark dating rumors by starring in racy music video

NFL player and rapper spark dating rumors by starring in racy music video

NFL star Xavier Legette and famous rapper GloRilla have sparked mᴀssive dating rumors after the Carolina Panther wide receiver starred in her racy music video. GloRilla’s latest…

Super Bowl winner ᴅᴇᴀᴅ after being hospitalized in May from a stroke

Super Bowl winner ᴅᴇᴀᴅ after being hospitalized in May from a stroke

Former Dallas Cowboys offensive lineman Tom Rafferty, who won Super Bowl XII with the team, pᴀssed away in Windsor, Colorado on Thursday at the age of 70….

Pittsburgh Steelers slammed for signing ‘washed up diva’ Aaron Rodgers by stunned NFL analyst

Pittsburgh Steelers slammed for signing ‘washed up diva’ Aaron Rodgers by stunned NFL analyst

Aaron Rodgers heading to the Pittsburgh Steelers has been slammed by Skip Bayless, as he called the 41-year-old a ‘washed up diva’.  Bayless posted a more-than-5-minute rant…

Travis Kelce turns to new sport in bid to get in shape for NFL season after Taylor Swift date night

Travis Kelce turns to new sport in bid to get in shape for NFL season after Taylor Swift date night

Move over Jannik Sinner, here comes Travis Kelce! The Kansas City Chiefs star was spotted entering the world of racket sports, specifically padel, for a Friday morning…

Detroit Lions star Amon-Ra St. Brown announces concerning injury news

Detroit Lions star Amon-Ra St. Brown announces concerning injury news

After earning first-team All-Pro honors last season, the beginning of the 2025 campaign will be starting a little later than expected for Detroit Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra…