The Pittsburgh Steelers have acquired wide receiver D.K. Metcalf from the Seattle Seahawks in exchange for at least a second-round pick. Metcalf, a two-time Pro Bowler, had requested a trade from the Seahawks and will receive a new five-year deal worth $150 million from the Steelers. With the addition of Metcalf, Pittsburgh now has a big-play receiver they have been lacking since the departure of Antonio Brown in 2019.
The Steelers will need to determine who will be throwing the ball to Metcalf, with options such as Russell Wilson or Justin Fields being considered. The team’s management has not yet made a decision on the quarterback situation. Metcalf’s presence could make Pittsburgh an attractive destination for other quarterbacks in the market. He may also serve as a mentor to young receiver George Pickens, who is entering the final year of his rookie deal.
The acquisition of Metcalf is seen as a bold move by general manager Omar Khan, who had previously pursued other receivers like Brandin Aiyuk without success. The Steelers struggled towards the end of the previous season, dropping their last five games, including a playoff loss to Baltimore. Metcalf’s addition is expected to provide a boost to the team’s offense and help them become more competitive in the upcoming season.
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