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What does Justin Jefferson megadeal mean for DK Metcalf, Seahawks?

Jefferson’s massive new contract is a significant development for any quality receiver who will be up for a new deal over the next couple of years, including DK Metcalf.

A lot of high end wide receivers have gotten new contracts this offseason and the market was just reset by the best in the business – Justin Jefferson of the Minnesota Vikings. He has agreed to a new deal worth $140 million over the next four years, which includes $110 million guaranteed. That rightfully makes him the highest paid non-quarterback in the NFL right now.

Jefferson’s massive new contract is a significant development for any quality receiver who will be up for a new deal over the next couple of years – and that includes DK Metcalf of the Seattle Seahawks. Metcalf signed a three-year, $72 million extension two years ago. While he’s under contract for 2025 with a cap hit of roughly $29.5 million, odds are the team and Metcalf will begin negotiations on a new deal next offseason.

Metcalf won’t be able to command the $35 million a year average that Jefferson is getting, but factoring inflation fans should expect his next contract to be in the $30 million annually range – similar to recent deals for Amon-Ra St. Brown and Tyreek Hill. Metcalf is an exceptional athlete and competitor, but it would be foolish not to at least pause and consider whether DK Metcalf is worth that kind of money.

Since he was drafted Metcalf has reliably posted at least 900 yards and six touchdowns a season, reaching as high as 1,300 yards and 12 scores. That’s very strong production, but one can’t escape the feeling that Metcalf still hasn’t hit his ceiling yet given his remarkable physical abilities. This passing chart from the 2023 season illustrates some of the issues. It shows Metcalf struggled against man coverage and had a very low EPA on deep throws.

For one thing, Metcalf has to boost that 59% catch rate – which is also what ESPN is projecting for him this coming season. With his size and his vertical leaping ability Metcalf should be beating out the vast majority of cornerbacks for those deep jump balls – but he just hasn’t done it consistently as of yet in his career.

If Metcalf can break through in 2024 and finally post some real top-10 wide receiver kind of numbers like we know he can, he’ll be well worth that kind of cash. Until then it’s up for debate.

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DK Metcalf admits he bluffed Seahawks in contract talks: ‘I wasn’t leaving’

On Thursday, the team checked that item off their list, signing wide receiver DK Metcalf to a three-year extension.

The Seahawks had one last major order of business to attend to off the field before the 2022 season began. On Thursday, the team checked that item off their list, signing wide receiver DK Metcalf to a three-year contract extension.

Metcalf’s $72 million deal makes him one of the top-10 highest paid receivers in the NFL and also sets him up to cash in again while he’s still relatively young. Seattle got a good price for an exceptional talent at a critical position, making it a fair deal all around.

No negotiation is ever a guarantee, but coming to an agreement always made sense for both sides.

During his press conference to announce the signing, Metcalf admitted that he “bluffed” general manager John Schneider during the contract talks but he always wanted to stay, per the Associated Press.

“I was going to be here, as much as I bluffed to (GM) John (Schneider),” Metcalf said with a chuckle. “I wasn’t leaving, just to let you all know. I wanted to be here. I wanted to play here and I’m glad that we got something done.”

Metcalf is just 24 years old and hasn’t reached his peak yet. Since he was drafted he has improved a great deal as a route runner among the other finer points of playing his position. He always had exceptional athleticism and soft hands, giving him as high of a ceiling as any pro wide receiver.

These days Metcalf’s only blunders are of the yellow-flag variety. Last season he was penalized several times for beefing with opposing cornerbacks who were generally having a hell of a time trying to cover him. Coach Pete Carroll has taken time to talk through these outbursts with Metcalf, who himself has admitted he needs to grow up.

If Metcalf outgrows this flaw in his game there may be no limit to how high his ceiling is at his best.

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DK Metcalf admits he bluffed Seahawks in contract talks: ‘I wasn’t leaving’

On Thursday, the team checked that item off their list, signing wide receiver DK Metcalf to a three-year extension.

The Seahawks had one last major order of business to attend to off the field before the 2022 season began. On Thursday, the team checked that item off their list, signing wide receiver DK Metcalf to a three-year contract extension.

Metcalf’s $72 million deal makes him one of the top-10 highest paid receivers in the NFL and also sets him up to cash in again while he’s still relatively young. Seattle got a good price for an exceptional talent at a critical position, making it a fair deal all around.

No negotiation is ever a guarantee, but coming to an agreement always made sense for both sides.

During his press conference to announce the signing, Metcalf admitted that he “bluffed” general manager John Schneider during the contract talks but he always wanted to stay, per the Associated Press.

“I was going to be here, as much as I bluffed to (GM) John (Schneider),” Metcalf said with a chuckle. “I wasn’t leaving, just to let you all know. I wanted to be here. I wanted to play here and I’m glad that we got something done.”

Metcalf is just 24 years old and hasn’t reached his peak yet. Since he was drafted he has improved a great deal as a route runner among the other finer points of playing his position. He always had exceptional athleticism and soft hands, giving him as high of a ceiling as any pro wide receiver.

These days Metcalf’s only blunders are of the yellow-flag variety. Last season he was penalized several times for beefing with opposing cornerbacks who were generally having a hell of a time trying to cover him. Coach Pete Carroll has taken time to talk through these outbursts with Metcalf, who himself has admitted he needs to grow up.

If Metcalf outgrows this flaw in his game there may be no limit to how high his ceiling is at his best.

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DK Metcalf gets emotional talking about re-signing with the Seahawks

Watch Metcalf getting emotional at the outset of his press conference yesterday talking about his new deal.

After signing a three-year, $72 million extension earlier this week, DK Metcalf will be staying in Seattle for at least another four seasons.

Watch Metcalf getting emotional at the outset of his press conference yesterday talking about his new deal.

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How much cap space do the Seahawks have after DK Metcalf deal?

That’s still plenty of money to add another impact player or two before the season begins.

The Seahawks took care of their biggest item of off-field business today, officially signing DK Metcalf to his three-year contract extension. The new deal pays Metcalf a total of $72 million over the next few years. As far as the 2022 season goes, Metcalf’s cap hit will about double – rising from $4.3 million to $8.8 million this year.

According to figures available at Over the Cap, that leaves Seattle with a little over $13 million in space remaining for the season.

That’s still plenty of money to add another impact player or two before the season begins.

The Seahawks’ greatest personnel need right now is on the edge, where they cut several key contributors this offseason, including Carlos Dunlap – who signed with the Chiefs yesterday – as well as Rasheem Green (now with the Texans), Kerry Hyder Jr. (who returned to the 49ers) and Benson Mayowa (still a free agent).

On offense, the team could use some more experience along the offensive line – assuming they are satisfied with Drew Lock and Geno Smith at QB.

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Seahawks rebuffed trade offers for D.K. Metcalf, in talks on new contract

According to a report by Ian Rapoport at NFL Network, the team and Metcalf are “in talks” on a new contract.

Every day the Seahawks don’t extend their star wide receiver D.K. Metcalf his price will go up. Fortunately, we finally have a bit of good news on this front.

According to a report by Ian Rapoport at NFL Network, the team and Metcalf are “in talks” on a new contract.

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A.J. Brown trade, extension sets table for Seahawks WR D.K. Metcalf

That’s big news for the Seattle Seahawks, who are set to give their own stud receiver an extension at some point this year.

One of the biggest surprises during the first round of the 2022 NFL draft last night was a blockbuster trade. The Tennessee Titans sent their star wide receiver A.J. Brown to the Philadelphia Eagles, who promptly agreed to a four-year, $100 million deal with their new WR1.

That’s big news for the Seattle Seahawks, who are set to give their own stud receiver an extension at some point this year. In the wake of Russell Wilson getting traded to the Denver Broncos, D.K. Metcalf is now the undisputed best player and athlete on the team. Better yet, at just 24 years old, Metcalf’s best football days are still ahead of him.

While we believe Metcalf ultimately has more upside than Brown, this new contract with Philadelphia will likely be the template used for Metcalf’s representatives during their negotiations with Seattle’s front office whenever they begin. (Coach Pete Carroll says the team has not directly addressed DK’s deal as of yet.) Not only are Brown and Metcalf from the same 2019 draft class, they have the same agent.

Whatever the final number ends up being – we’re betting somewhere between $25 million and $27.5 million per season – Metcalf should be worth every penny.

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