The Pittsburgh Steelers have acquired wide receiver D.K. Metcalf from the Seattle Seahawks in a trade that included at least a second-round pick. Metcalf, a two-time Pro Bowler, had requested a trade from the Seahawks last week. The 27-year-old Metcalf will also receive a new five-year deal worth $150 million, providing Pittsburgh with a high-profile big-play receiver they have been missing since Antonio Brown was traded in 2019. Metcalf has consistently posted over 900 receiving yards in each of his six seasons in the league, showcasing his size, speed, and ability to make big plays.
The Steelers now need to determine who will be throwing the ball to Metcalf, with options including Russell Wilson or Justin Fields. Both Wilson and Fields led Pittsburgh to a 10-7 record last season and could be potential fit for the team in the short term. Metcalf’s addition to the team may also attract other quarterbacks in the market.
Additionally, Metcalf could serve as a mentor to young wide receiver George Pickens, who is about to enter the final year of his rookie deal. Pickens has shown flashes of brilliance but has also had some issues with behavior. The Steelers have remained optimistic about Pickens’ potential, and it remains to be seen how he will react to Metcalf’s arrival. Overall, the addition of Metcalf represents a bold move by Steelers’ general manager Omar Khan, who had previously pursued other receivers without success. The Steelers hope that Metcalf’s presence will help improve their offense after a disappointing end to the previous season.
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