DK Metcalf, Seattle Seahawks – Seattle Seahawks blog

RENTON (Wash.) — DK Metcalf There was no doubt that he would be granted a contract extension by the team at the conclusion of last season. Seattle SeahawksThis response is not enough to tell the difference.

Metcalf stated that it was “going to happen,” in January. “I’m going to let the chips fall where it may and let God, the Seahawks, and my agent handle the rest. Everything will work out perfectly, I am certain.

Since then, a lot has been accomplished.

The Seahawks made a trade for their quarterback Russell Wilson To the Denver Broncos. The receiver market exploded to the point where Seahawks general manger John Schneider was shocked at the megadeals that were signed in free agency. Metcalf also skipped mandatory minicamp without permission of the team, which seemed to be a sign that he and his representative are unhappy about where his contract negotiations stand.

Although the Seahawks expressed their optimism publicly and behind closed doors that a deal would be reached, it doesn’t seem like a done deal.

Let’s examine some of the most important questions.

What should we think about Metcalf skipping minicamp

It was mildly surprising because of a few reasons.

Metcalf was a part of some of the voluntary team offseason programs. Even though he was still recovering from foot surgery, he showed up to the team’s early stages.

Seahawks and other NFL players are now opting to attend mandatory parts of the offseason. The mandatory portions of offseason work (i.e. minicamp and training camps) are not to be missed by Seahawks players who are looking for new contracts. The “hold-in”, for the player, is the best-of-all worlds approach. It allows him to avoid both fines and the risk of injury while still making a statement about how much he wants to be paid. Bobby Wagner Did it in 2019? Jamal Adams Duane Brown Last summer, it was.

Metcalf’s foot surgery provided him with an easy way to repeat the same thing at minicamp. Yet, he refused to go. He was fined more than $93,000 for failing to attend all three days. For each day he missed training camp, he would be fined $40,000 Non-reporting on time could also lead to him losing his accrued season of free agency.

Coach Pete Carroll indicated that he was no less optimistic about Metcalf getting a deal done than before his minicamp non-show. This is based on the team’s solid track record of signing long-term extensions to players. The Seahawks are known for extending big-money contracts after training camp.

Carroll stated earlier in the month that “these are critical weeks to get something done. We’ll see what happens, and hope that we can figure something out.”[We’ve] It was my intention to do that.”

What market is Metcalf?

It’s most likely inexistent, so the short answer is “probably inexistent.” A.J. Brown Territory but below Davante Adams Tyreek Hill territory.

Adams and Hill signed deals in free agency early, at an average of $28 million and $30 millions per year, respectively. Schneider expressed “a sense de shock” at the market’s current state. Brown was then granted a four-year extension worth $100 million that included more than $57million in guarantees. Philadelphia Eagles The owner of the property acquired him Tennessee Titans During the draft

Metcalf was a college friend of Brown at Ole Miss and they entered the NFL in 2019 together as second-round draft picks. Both are 24. Brown’s deal may be more fruitful for Metcalf than Adams or Hill’s, who are both in their 20s and have achieved more over a longer time.

Metcalf’s three seasons have seen more catches (216), targets (358), yardage (3,170), and touchdowns (29) than Brown. Metcalf was beaten by Hill and Adams in each of these four categories during that time.

ESPN surveyed three NFL agents, who were not involved in Metcalf negotiations but have a good understanding of the receiver market. One analyst predicts that the Seahawks will continue Metcalf at a rate similar to Brown’s $25million per year. Another predicts that they won’t exceed $25 million per year and guarantee $60 million — assuming a four-year extension. Seattle’s prefer length. Third agent says the Seahawks are unlikely to go higher than that and predicts that Metcalf will be traded.

All three agents pointed out the huge base salaries they received in the final years of the aforementioned deals. This artificially raises their overall averages, and makes it harder to determine Metcalf’s range.

What cap shape do the Seahawks wear, and what kind?

They’re fine.

OverTheCap.com lists the company with approximately $16 Million in 2022 available cap space. Bryan Mone. Metcalf will make just over $4 million in his final year of the rookie deal. A possible extension would allow Metcalf to increase his cap for 2022 by just a few million dollars, leaving enough money for other expenses such as the practice squad or in-season injury replacements.

OTC ranked the Seahawks third in 2023 cap space, at $58 million. Metcalf’s agent believes that his representation will drive a hard negotiation because Seattle is financially free from Wilson’s massive contract.

Brown and Metcalf have the same agent?

Yep. Tory Dandy represents three other big-name receivers. Mike Williams, Chris Godwin Both have just signed deals worth an average of $20 million per season. Deebo Samuel (Who is looking for an extension).

Schneider indicated at the owners meetings, that Dandy’s representation of the other receivers shouldn’t hinder negotiations with Metcalf. Schneider also pointed out that the Seahawks enjoy an “awesome” relationship to Dandy.

ESPN polled two agents to determine if Dandy would be more motivated than Brown to surpass his deal if he was negotiated by another agent.

Are the Seahawks able to trade Metcalf?

They didn’t do it before the draft, which suggests that there is some optimism about a deal. Waiting until after the draft would mean that you have to wait for a year to enjoy the benefits of a trade.

ESPN simulated the Metcalf trade possibility There were offers made by NFL Nation reporters to cover teams in April. None of the seven offers came close to matching the Seahawks’ asking price for two picks in the first round or something similar.

According to a source, the Seahawks received several calls from interested teams to trade Metcalf prior to the draft. However, they told these teams that Metcalf was not up for sale. They would have to at the very least listen to any offers, if negotiations are not resumed, and if they don’t feel that a deal is possible.