DK Metcalf will reportedly be playing with the Pittsburgh Steelers next season, and as a Seahawks fan, I’m devastated. If this trade is confirmed, he was traded for a 2025 second-round draft pick, with the Steelers agreeing to a five-year, $150 million extension. Metcalf’s departure would leave a significant void in the Seahawks’ offense, as he was a key player and a fan favorite. His explosive plays and reliable hands were a crucial part of our team’s success.
With Russell Wilson, Justin Fields, and Kyle Allen entering free agency, Pittsburgh currently has zero quarterbacks on the roster, with Skylar Thompson on a futures contract, the only quarterback currently under contract with the organization. Following the reported acquisition of Metcalf, former Steelers great Ben Roethlisberger jokingly suggested a return, expressing excitement about the team’s potential offensive firepower. Roethlisberger’s playful comment sparked speculation among fans about the Steelers’ quarterback situation, with many wondering if the team will pursue a veteran free agent or look to the draft to fill the position.
DK was selceted in a second-round pick in 2019, reportedly requested a trade on Wednesday as he entered the final year of his three-year, $72 million contract extension signed in 2022. He had previously one year remaining on his $18 million contract, and the Steelers reportedly moved quickly to secure their new wide receiver with a deal worth $30 million annually.
Metcalf is known for his physicality and speed, was a key offensive weapon for the Seahawks. If confirmed, this trade has generated mixed reactions from fans, with some excited about the Steelers’ potential offense and others expressing disappointment about the Seahawks losing a star player.
The Seahawks just signed Sam Darnold early today to a 3-year deal for $110 million with $50 million guaranteed; as a Seahawks fan, I find this completely unacceptable. We also lost Tyler Lockett, an exceptional wide receiver for the past 10 years, and our main wide receiver, DK Metcalf.
The 43-year-old Roethlisberger hasn’t played since 2021 and is eligible for Hall of Fame consideration. Clearly, Roethlisberger is joking, but his quip underscores the excitement surrounding the reported Metcalf trade, as well as the quarterback uncertainty. In his video, he playfully asked if he could “suit up” again. This comment reflects the fan base’s eagerness to see a strong quarterback paired with Metcalf. With several potential free agent quarterbacks available and the upcoming draft, the Steelers face a crucial decision in filling the position.
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