The Seahawks are already on track to have a very different offense in 2025. A trade agreement involving quarterback Geno Smith has been worked out, while the team has moved forward with the expected transaction of releasing wideout Tyler Lockett. 
Further changes could be in store if D.K. Metcalf‘s trade request winds up being honored. The two-time Pro Bowler has one year left on his current pact, but he is seeking a new one averaging roughly $30MM per year. Teams will be hesitant to meet that asking price, especially if Seattle drives a hard bargain with respect to trade compensation. The team’s stance on that front appears to be softening, however.
The Seahawks were recently connected to a price of a first- and third-round pick in a Metcalf trade, but Dianna Russini of The Athletic reports they have lowered their ask. Seattle is now willing to entertain offers built around a second-round selection, she adds. That will only come into play, of course, if an interested team is prepared to authorize a major raise for the 27-year-old in addition to parting with notable draft capital.
Metcalf – who was discussed a trade chip between the Seahawks and Raiders before the Smith swap was agreed to – is known to be eyeing a warm weather climate and a stable quarterback situation. Scheme fit will also be a consideration for interested teams, Josina Anderson of The Exhibit notes. She adds that at least one suitor is not prepared to pay more than a third-round pick in addition to making Metcalf one of the league’s highest-paid receivers.
Compensation could serve as a counterbalance to Metcalf’s preference regarding his destination, per Sports Illustratred’s Albert Breer. Teams which cannot offer a warm environment may need to offer more on an extension to swing a deal. Interestingly, Breer adds Metcalf was believed to be interested in joining the Texans before they swung an intra-divisional trade for Christian Kirk. That should keep Houston out of the market for an expensive addition as the new league year takes shape (especially if Stefon Diggs winds up being re-signed).
Metcalf has averaged over 1,100 yards and eight touchdowns per season during his career, and he has played at least 15 games every year since entering the league in 2019. The Ole Miss product could find himself on the move soon amidst high expectations with a new extension in hand, especially if the Seahawks stick to their desire of working out a trade before April’s draft.
Seattle will get a 3rd and like it
They likely don’t trade him for a 3.
Even with him wanting out and a new deal; he won’t hit the door for less than a 2 if they’re smart. If they accept a 3 and a 5, they’re not getting close to market value and their fans will lose it
@BennyGiant Wrong.
Not really, pick 52, basically 3rd round.
Literally a 2nd. You are wrong. Admit it. John Schneider awaits your apology.
marinersblue96 step on down
It will take a 1st round and likely a 3rd round pick as well. He has zero leverage and is under contract for a year. Seattle can trade to whoever offers the best package.
LOL. He’s not getting traded for anything less than a #1. This isn’t a plus 30 WR like Adams. This is a prime 27 year old WR with a year of control. In the NBA you have to trade a disgruntled player. Not so much in the NFL, if he wants to get that HUGE contract he plays ball. He doesn’t want what happened to Haasan Reddick to happen to him. That dude cost himself 8 digits.
Hawks would gladly take the #4 overall pick, but you it would probably need add their 3rd round pick as well.
Oooof step on down as well
Being an extension candidate doesn’t drive down the price if prospective acquiring teams want to extend the guy. See AJ Brown. The point of trading for extension candidates is to land the sort of guys who rarely hit the free agent market. Just like Cincinnati could fetch real draft capital in exchange for Higgins right now.
“ The two-time Pro Bowler has one year left on his current pact, but he is seeking a new one averaging roughly $30MM per year. Teams will be hesitant to meet that asking price, especially if Seattle drives a hard bargain with respect to trade compensation. The team’s stance on that front appears to be softening, however.”
Always keep receipts 😉
This comment will not age well. The article says they have lowered their ask to a 2nd. DK is not a true number one receiver he is a deep threat and a redzone threat.
My speculation is Seattle will get less than a #1 & #3. However this isn’t actual news. A twitter post based on “sources” is significantly less than a fact.
I’m admitting I’m speculating: my guess is something like a #2, a #5, and a wr back.
Easy as 1 2 3 • 38 mins ago
It will take a 1st round and likely a 3rd round pick as well.
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So even though the article says they are asking for a 2nd, you think some team will offer them a 1st and a 3rd?
You’re pretending that even after they lower their price that they’re gonna get a 1 or more? Bold move; bud.
Would love to see him as a Steeler
If only there was someone to throw him the ball
Just out of curiousity…
DK Metcalf for George Pickens, who says no?
Probably Pitt, if we had to guess. Obviously I don’t see the trade happening, but if Pittsburgh already had a quarterback in place, they might do it. Right now, Pickens’ youth is probably more valuable, despite his antics.
The Seahawks say no immediately. Pickens antics and attitude have dropped his value to very little. Both WR’s will want their contracts extended this year to similar amounts, since they both have one year of control left. Pickens is younger, but has not been as good, and the whole league knows he is one small step from mentally imploding. I would do that trade in a second if I was Pittsburgh. It really is immaterial, because Pittsburgh is not likely going to have a good enough QB to make them a true contender whether the WR core improves or not. They are in limbo until they find a QB that can atleast be close to the Jackson’s, Allen’s, Burrows, and Mahomes in the AFC. Good luck with that.
Seattle would say no.
As a baseline, is Pickens worth more than a 3rd round pick? My guess is the Seahawks think he is not.
Pickens and a #2 & #5? Yeah maybe that.
Reality slowly setting in over there
His speed, with Matt Stafford arm, and the Rams philosophy of ‘F those picks’ seems like a good deal.
Unless they’re sending Kupp back, they’re not doing that and then paying him.
Lower the price? wtf teams are sweating you and you letting them. Lol. this guy is a better wr than anyone in the draft. lol. Instant ticket sales. He’s worth 2 1sts and a contract. He’s immature and has bigger upside than AJ brown. And he won them a sb
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I remember the Eagles liked Metcalf…
Buccaneers should kick the tires too
Come catch that 80 yard moon ball from Josh….
4th round pick and Mayer