D.K. Metcalf

WR SEA

College: Ole Miss | 6 years
Height: 6'4" | Weight: 235 lbs
Birth Date: 1997-12-14
2025 Bye Week: 5

Total Pts: 193.2
Avg Pts: 11.36
Rank: 31 WR

2025 RTSports Outlook

Metcalf had a down season for his standards. He failed to hit the 1,000-yard mark for the first time in three seasons. He also scored a career-low five touchdowns. Metcalf was 31st overall in fanta-sy receiver scoring, posting up and down numbers. He had two games with 20-plus fantasy points but didn't reach that mark again after Week 3. Metcalf will look to get things going this season with the Steelers. He moves to an offense that probably won't throw as much but will at least be the No. 1 receiver on the team with George Pickens now gone. Metcalf is a big, strong receiver with speed, making him a very tough cover. He will drop some passes (at least seven drops four of six seasons), though, and his route running isn't that of some of the other elite receivers. Regardless, Metcalf is a big-time talent and can make plays all over the field because of his abilities.

FANTASY OUTLOOK: Metcalf is a bit of a wild card with his new team. He probably will improve on last year, though, and should post some big games in this offense. Metcalf should be a top-20 fantasy receiver. He can get around 80 receptions for 1,200 yards and double-digit scores.

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RotoBaller's Outlook

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf, who was traded to his new team near the beginning of the free agency period in the 2025 offseason, is the clear and undisputed No. 1 target in his new offense. The Steelers also traded away WR George Pickens, meaning Metcalf is the only good receiver on the team. The team's second-best option right now is WR Calvin Austin III, who has failed to even cement himself as a good WR2. Pittsburgh's offense seems to be set to take a step back, as while they signed QB Aaron Rodgers, he's 41 years old and dealt with a ton of injuries last season. Metcalf could be heavily targeted, but swarmed with defensive coverage in every game. In addition, Pittsburgh's offensive coordinator, Arthur Smith, employs an incredibly run-heavy offensive scheme, and is known for being awful for fantasy football for all players on his team that haven't been future Hall of Fame running back Derrick Henry. It's hard to have much faith that a Smith offense that even held back WR A.J. Brown with the Tennessee Titans will produce a legit WR1 in fantasy football. Metcalf should have a decent season, but expect plenty of disappointing games of poor production.

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf, who was traded to his new team near the beginning of the free agency period in the 2025 offseason, is the clear and undisputed No. 1 target in his new offense. The Steelers also traded away WR George Pickens, meaning Metcalf is the only good receiver on the team. The team's second-best option right now is WR Calvin Austin III, who has failed to even cement himself as a good WR2. Pittsburgh's offense seems to be set to take a step back, as while they signed QB Aaron Rodgers, he's 41 years old and dealt with a ton of injuries last season. Metcalf could be heavily targeted, but swarmed with defensive coverage in every game. In addition, Pittsburgh's offensive coordinator, Arthur Smith, employs an incredibly run-heavy offensive scheme, and is known for being awful for fantasy football for all players on his team that haven't been future Hall of Fame running back Derrick Henry. It's hard to have much faith that a Smith offense that even held back WR A.J. Brown with the Tennessee Titans will produce a legit WR1 in fantasy football. Metcalf should have a decent season, but expect plenty of disappointing games of poor production.

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Week 114.30D.K. Metcalf 53 receiving yds (5.30 pts)
D.K. Metcalf 3 receptions (3.00 pts)
D.K. Metcalf 1 receiving TD (6.00 pts)
. . . DK Metcalf 20 yd TD pass from Geno Smith
Player Notes
Jun 13 5:00pm CT

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf is currently establishing chemistry with new quarterback Aaron Rodgers. The two of them have been getting in work together at mandatory minicamp. It's an encouraging sign to see both newcomers getting in reps together this early into camp. Since being traded to Pittsburgh, Metcalf signed a hefty five-year deal and is the clear cut No. 1 wideout on this offense. The Steelers have traded away George Pickens, so Metcalf will be asked to carry a heavy workload. Hopefully, Metcalf and Rodgers will be able to get on the same page. According to DeFabo, Rodgers has been looking good with his playmaking ability and getting off quick releases with the ball.

From RotoBaller

Jun 8 10:40am CT

ESPN's Ben Solak writes that new Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers is an uncertain fit with wide receiver DK Metcalf. Metcalf isn't much of a precise route-runner and instead relies more on sheer strength and physicality deep down the field, and Rodgers tends to demand perfection from his wideouts. Will Rodgers and Metcalf mesh well in 2025? Solak thinks that at some point we'll see a sideline or postgame blowup between Rodgers and Metcalf. In the end, it will likely all come down to whether Rodgers buys into offensive coordinator Arthur Smith's system, which features a lot of play-action passing, something Rodgers doesn't exactly care for. The 41-year-old future Hall of Famer lacks mobility at this stage of his career, too, making play-action passing more difficult. Outside of Metcalf, Rodgers doesn't have many weapons through the air, making him a midrange QB2 with not much upside.

From RotoBaller

Jun 4 6:26am CT

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From FantasyLife

May 29 5:20pm CT

The Pittsburgh Steelers have had preliminary conversations with multiple teams about potentially adding another playmaker on offense to complement wide receiver DK Metcalf, multiple sources tell FOX Sports' Jordan Schultz. The Steelers are believed to be motivated to get something done at some point, even though there's still plenty of time before the Week 1 regular-season opener. Pittsburgh could have up to 12 picks in the 2026 NFL draft, so they have plenty of draft capital to get something done. ESPN's Adam Schefter reported earlier on Thursday that the Steelers and Miami Dolphins are involved in talks surrounding tight end Jonnu Smith, even though Pittsburgh already has Pat Freiermuth at the position. The Steelers traded receiver George Pickens to Dallas three weeks ago and are now looking for a pass-catcher to fill the void next to Metcalf. Perhaps they are trying to sweeten things for free-agent quarterback Aaron Rodgers, who has yet to commit to playing in the Steel City in 2025.

From RotoBaller

Mar 10 8:03am CT

Dynasty | The Seahawks have traded wide receiver DK Metcalf to the Pittsburgh Steelers. Dynasty Analysis: The Seahawks get a second round pick in exchange (there's also a late pick swap involved). Metcalf gets a five-year, $150 million contract as part of the deal and will now make Pittsburgh his new home. The contract makes him the third highest paid receiver in the league in terms of annual contract average. It's fair to wonder just what kind of dynasty value he's going to have as we honestly have no idea who is going to be throwing him the ball. It could be Russell Wilson, Justin Fields, or a whole host of other players. The money alone is going to make Metcalf Pittsburgh's top option over George Pickens, however.

Mar 9 7:10pm CT

Per the NFL Network's Tom Pelissero, the Pittsburgh Steelers are trading for wide receiver DK Metcalf from the Seattle Seahawks. The Steelers are forfeiting their 2025 second-round pick in return and are signing Metcalf to a brand new, five-year, $150 million contract. Pittsburgh may not know who their next quarterback will be, but they're doing their best to surround him with standout talent. The 27-year-old will presumably slot in as the team's No. 1 wideout and, at worst, the 1A or 1B across from standing No. 1 pass-catcher George Pickens. It's an intriguing turn of events for Pittsburgh, though a necessary move for a team that's ranked in the league's bottom half in points per game since 2021. Metcalf started 2024 hot but fell off after a knee injury coincided with former teammate Jaxon Smith-Njigba's breakout. Still, at 27, the Ole Miss product should help bolster Pittsburgh's WR corps.

From RotoBaller

Mar 9 12:20pm CT

The Athletic's Dianna Russini reports that the Seattle Seahawks' asking price for wide receiver DK Metcalf has been lowered, according to sources. The Seahawks would now be open to a return that centers around a second-round pick for the two-time Pro Bowl pass-catcher. Metcalf prefers to play in a warm-weather climate and is looking to make $30 million per season on a new deal. Seattle initially was looking for a first- and third-round pick in exchange for the 27-year-old wideout, and they are speaking to plenty of teams. The Green Bay Packers (not a warm-weather climate) and Los Angeles Chargers have already been mentioned as options, but the more obvious landing spot now becomes the Las Vegas Raiders after they acquired quarterback Geno Smith from Seattle on Friday. Metcalf had 992 yards last year but also had a career-low five TDs on 108 targets, his fewest since his rookie year. A change in locale won't necessarily make him more productive in 2025, but it should ensure he's the unquestioned No. 1.

From RotoBaller

Mar 6 8:10pm CT

Seattle Seahawks general manager John Schneider said on Seattle Sports that the team is "talking to a ton of teams, taking offers, seeing what that looks like" after wide receiver DK Metcalf officially requested a trade this week. The GM also said "everything is in a very cordial, professional place." Schneider said if there's a deadline to get a trade done, it would be by the draft. However, he also noted the Seahawks don't have to do anything right now with Metcalf under contract for one more year. "Worst-case scenario we have an amazing, explosive, powerful athlete playing receiver for us again in 2025, so we'll see where this goes." Seattle released veteran Tyler Lockett this week as well, so if Metcalf were to be traded, their receiver depth would be very thin behind Jaxon Smith-Njigba. The Seahawks reportedly will be seeking first- and third-round picks for Metcalf, who had a career-low five touchdowns in 2024.

From RotoBaller

Mar 6 9:10am CT

According to Dianna Russini of The Athletic, the Seattle Seahawks are seeking a first- and third-round pick for wide receiver DK Metcalf, who recently requested a trade. The 27-year-old is seeking a $30 million per season contract with whatever organization he lands with. Multiple teams have reached out to Seattle, but it remains to be seen if one of them is willing to part with a first-round selection. Metcalf, who entered the NFL as a second-round pick in 2019, has racked up 438 receptions for 6,324 yards and 48 touchdowns in 97 career games. He is one of the NFL's top-size-speed specimens and could help a team open up its passing game in 2025. The Green Bay Packers have been a popular potential landing spot for Metcalf in the trade rumor mill.

From RotoBaller

Mar 5 4:30pm CT

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf officially requested a trade on Wednesday, and the Los Angeles Chargers could be a team to watch, sources tell FOX Sports' Jordan Schultz. The Chargers were the one team that quietly but aggressively pursued Metcalf in trade talks, only to be rebuffed by Seattle. But that was before Metcalf actually requested a trade, and the Bolts remain in the receiver market this offseason. The Green Bay Packers are another team to watch closely as teams angle to trade for the 27-year-old wideout, especially since Christian Watson (knee) is expected to miss at least half of the 2025 season. By Metcalf's standards, his 66-992-5 line last year was a disappointment as he took a back seat to Jaxon Smith-Njigba. Metcalf would be more attractive from a fantasy perspective in Green Bay, but either way, he'd be the unquestioned No. 1 wideout, which wasn't the case in Seattle in 2024.

From RotoBaller

Mar 5 12:30pm CT

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf has requested a trade, according to NFL insider Tom Pelissero. The Seahawks have agreed to explore trade options. The 27-year-old was a second-round pick by Seattle in 2019 and has compiled 438 receptions for 6,324 yards and 48 touchdowns across 97 career games. After catching 90 passes in 2022, Metcalf has fallen under 70 receptions in each of the last two seasons. With Jaxon Smith-Njigba developing into a No. 1 wide receiver, Metcalf could be on his way out of the organization. Rumors have swirled surrounding Metcalf and the Green Bay Packers, but if he's truly available via trade, there should be no shortage of organizations interested. The Seahawks are also releasing veteran wideout, Tyler Lockett, so expect wide receiver to be a significant need if Metcalf is dealt. Wherever Metcalf lands, he'll be firmly on the fantasy football radar.

From RotoBaller

Mar 3 8:10pm CT

The Athletic's Jeff Howe writes that it doesn't sound likely that the Seattle Seahawks would make wide receiver DK Metcalf available in a trade this offseason. There's been plenty of speculation that teams are already reaching out to Seattle, though, since Metcalf is entering the final season of his three-year, $72 million deal. The Athletic's Matt Schneidman shot down a report late last week that the Green Bay Packers have already made an enticing offer to Seattle for Metcalf, and it makes little sense for the team to trade away one of their best players. The Seahawks may be listening to calls on Metcalf, but all the messaging they've sent from the end of the 2024 season is that they failed to adequately involve him in the offense during Jaxon Smith-Njigba's breakout. Seattle is currently focused on making sure Metcalf is more involved in 2025, so a bounce-back season in fantasy is very much possible if he stays in town.

From RotoBaller

Feb 28 1:00pm CT

There has been no contact or negotiations as of now between the Green Bay Packers and Seattle Seahawks regarding wide receiver DK Metcalf, a source told The Athletic's Matt Schneidman. A report earlier on Friday suggested that the Packers had already offered an enticing package to the Seahawks to potentially acquired Metcalf this offseason. While the Seahawks aren't necessarily shopping Metcalf, it's clear that some teams are calling about his availability after back-to-back seasons of only 66 receptions for the two-time Pro Bowler. While the 27-year-old former second-rounder still had a healthy 992 receiving yards in 15 games in 2024, he also had a career-low five touchdowns and took a back seat to breakout wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba. Metcalf moving to Green Bay would certainly make him an intriguing bounce-back candidate, especially with Christian Watson (knee) expected to miss at least half the season.

From RotoBaller

Feb 28 11:10am CT

The Seattle Seahawks have spoken with a couple of teams about wide receiver DK Metcalf's availability this week at the NFL Combine in Indianapolis, according to multiple sources. However, general manager John Schneider has pointed out before that simply talking to another team doesn't mean a trade is imminent. The Seahawks aren't actively shopping Metcalf, but at least one team that has inquired about him thinks they have a trade package in place that would make Schneider strongly consider pulling the trigger on a trade. A source indicated that the Green Bay Packers have had talks with Seattle this week and have an offer on the table that includes a high pick and a young receiver on roster for Metcalf. The 27-year-old failed to reach the 1,000-yard mark for the third straight year and scored a career-low five TDs in 15 games in 2024, but a possible move to Green Bay, where he'd be the clear WR1, could easily rejuvenate his fantasy value. Stay tuned.

From RotoBaller

Feb 13 4:40pm CT

Seattle Seahawks new offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak said he has a specific plan to best use wide receiver DK Metcalf in the team's offense and to maximize is freakish physical talents. "Down-the-field threat. Strong, physical player. Extremely excited about getting to work with him, and his physical presence. Brings a lot, can bring a lot, to our offense," Kubiak said. Extra defensive attention for Metcalf freed second-year wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba up for 100 catches and a breakout season, but the Seahawks want more out of the 27-year-old Metcalf, who finished with 992 receiving yards, his fewest since 2021. He also had his second straight 66-catch season after a career-high 90 catches in 2022 and a career-low five TDs. Kubiak was with the Vikings the first couple years of Justin Jefferson's career, and fantasy managers will be hoping Kubiak looks to target Metcalf as much as he did Jefferson back then.

From RotoBaller

Jan 25 1:40pm CT

According to Mike Vorel of the Seattle Times, the Seattle Seahawks may entertain trade offers for wide receiver DK Metcalf during the offseason. Vorel noted that even though Metcalf is still under contract, he suggests the team may look to move his contract to open cap space to improve their offensive line, which allowed the third-most sacks this season. In addition, Vorel noted that ESPN insider Jeremy Fowler believes the Los Angeles Chargers could be a potential destination for Metcalf. Metcalf struggled to find consistency throughout the 2024 season. Metcalf averaged 81.1 yards per game during the first seven games with three scores. However, Metcalf averaged just 53.0 yards per game over the final eight games. With the emergence of young wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Metcalf will likely draw significant interest on the trade market during the offseason.

From RotoBaller

Jan 5 7:30pm CT

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf caught three passes for 53 yards and a touchdown in Week 18 against the Los Angeles Rams. Metcalf was tied for second on the team in targets with five on Sunday. Metcalf's three receptions were still concerning considering he has not caught more than four passes since Week 11. Metcalf will finish the season eight yards shy of the fourth 1,000-yard season of his career. Metcalf began 2024 on fire, but he did not have the same production after returning from an MCL sprain halfway through the season. With Seattle headed into their offseason after missing the playoffs, they will look to retool their roster. Fantasy managers should keep an eye on Seattle's personnel moves and the evolution of offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb. Hopefully, Metcalf can bounce back for fantasy managers in 2025.

From RotoBaller

Jan 3 6:40pm CT

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf will look to top 1,000 receiving yards for the third time in his career in Week 18 against the Los Angeles Rams. Metcalf is currently 61 yards short. Unfortunately, Metcalf has been very quiet of late. He has not exceeded four receptions since Week 11, and he has not exceeded 70 yards since Week 7. His fantasy output has been heavily impacted by the lack of production. Metcalf's best outing since Seattle's Week 10 bye is 14.7 PPR fantasy points. If you have made it this far in your league, it is likely not because of Metcalf's performances. He is a risky flex play with limited upside this week. Soon, we will need to start considering Metcalf's future as a fantasy asset given the massive fall in production during the second half of this season.

From RotoBaller

Dec 27 6:50am CT

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf did not carry his momentum from Week 16 into Week 17. Metcalf caught three passes for 42 yards on Thursday night against the Chicago Bears. In Metcalf's defense, Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith did not play well in this game. The offense only scored six points, and Smith only threw for 160 yards. It continued a tough stretch for Metcalf which includes one touchdown since Week 7 and no 100-yard receiving games over that same span. Seattle should generate more fantasy output in Week 18 against the Los Angeles Rams for fantasy managers whose championships go into next week. The conversation about Metcalf is sure to be interesting next season. He started the year hot as a top-10 wide receiver. Upon returning from his sprained MCL in Week 11, Metcalf has been borderline unplayable. The emergence of wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba has tempered Metcalf's output. However, there is plenty of volume in this offense to go around. Perhaps the knee injury hampered Metcalf more than it seemed.

From RotoBaller

Dec 25 11:10am CT

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf has been a difficult fantasy asset to trust lately. In Week 16 against the Minnesota Vikings, Metcalf scored his first touchdown since Week 7. His target volume has been solid lately, but his production has not flowed. The Seahawks face the Chicago Bears in Week 17. The Bears have not been a scary matchup for opposing passing games in recent weeks. Still, Metcalf is a risky play. His catch rate of 60% is primarily contributing to his poor production. His downfield targets are a high-risk, high-reward. Additionally, the emergence of Jaxon Smith-Njigba as a true No. 1 wide receiver in the offense is not helping Metcalf's case. The Seahawks are in desperation mode and must win on Thursday to have any chance of advancing to the playoffs. As such, expect them to be aggressive offensively. That could play to Metcalf's advantage. He checks in as a high-end flex play with upside this week.

From RotoBaller

Player Transactions
  • 10-Mar-2025: DK Metcalf - TRD - The Seattle Seahawks traded WR DK Metcalf to the Pittsburgh Steelers.
  • 29-Jul-2022: SEA DK Metcalf - Re-signed - Three-year extension (through 2025)
  • 22-May-2019: SEA - Signed, Draft Choice - Four-year contract (through 2022)
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