Seattle Seahawks new head coach Mike Macdonald said his coaching staff plans to make wide receiver DK Metcalf a "moving target" for defenses this year. "I can tell you this: We want to get DK the ball a lot, too," Macdonald said. The Seahawks and new offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb plan to move Metcalf around and get him the ball often after he ended the 2023 campaign on a sour note, catching just one pass for 10 yards in the season finale. Still, the 26-year-old made his second Pro Bowl and topped 1,000 yards receiving for the second straight season and the third time in five years while also visiting paydirt eight times. Fantasy managers won't complain about the Seahawks using Metcalf more creatively, including more in the slot, to make him more productive. Treat him as a solid WR2 wideout in fantasy drafts this fall.
Seattle Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf saw a team-high six targets in Week 18 but had just one catch for 10 yards in Sunday's win, making it his least productive game of the year. Most of the balls that went Metcalf's way were well off-target as quarterback Geno Smith was under intense pressure and hurrying throws for most of the game. Metcalf was denied two additional receptions as well. The first was denied by a pass interference penalty that Seattle accepted to gain a first down and the other was overturned upon official review. It was a disappointing end to the season for Metcalf, who had just two top-12 finishes in 2023. Despite the down year, he still had his third 1,000-yard season in his five-year career, ending with 66 catches for 1,114 receiving yards and eight touchdowns. Metcalf, under contract through 2025, will return to Seattle next season as their top receiving threat.
Seattle Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf had his third 100-yard game of the season last Sunday against the Pittsburgh Steelers, catching five of eight targets for 106 yards. The yardage carried him across the 1,000-yard mark for the year, giving him his third such season in his five-year career. In Week 18, Metcalf and the Seahawks are in a must-win situation to make the playoffs when they take on the Arizona Cardinals. Arizona has not allowed much production to wide receivers in 2023, but that is likely a symptom of being the worst run defense in the league. The Cardinals' frequent use of zone coverage could benefit Metcalf though. The last time Seattle played a team that utilized the scheme as much as Arizona was Week 11 against the Los Angeles Rams, and Metcalf came out of that game with five catches for 94 yards and a touchdown. Metcalf is a solid play in the last week of the regular season, though his ceiling might be capped considering that Seattle may opt to go run-heavy.
Seattle Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf led the team in receiving yards in Sunday's 30-23 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers, gaining 106 yards on five catches. This was Metcalf's third 100-yard game in 15 played this season. The receptions tied him with tight end Noah Fant and running back Zach Charbonnet for the team lead and his eight targets were the most seen by a Seahawk in Week 17. Metcalf was responsible for some big gains in the contest, catching passes for 33, 32, and 21 yards. He also incurred an obvious holding penalty in the third quarter which negated a 24-yard rush by Kenneth Walker III (shoulder). Metcalf was a consistent contributor in fantasy in 2023 but rarely delivered on the high expectations commanded by his role and skillset. The Seahawks play the Arizona Cardinals next, where Metcalf will likely put up another WR2/3 finish for fantasy managers playing on through Week 18.
Seattle Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf (back) is officially active for Sunday's game versus the Pittsburgh Steelers. Metcalf missed practice on Thursday and Friday, but he was trending in the right direction as of Sunday morning and has now been confirmed as active. The 26-year-old will continue to operate as Seattle's top wide receiver. His 60 catches, 998 yards, and eight touchdowns this season rank 21st among wide receivers in terms of fantasy points. He should be deployed as a mid-range WR2 option in most leagues.
Seattle Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf (back) is expected to play in Sunday's game versus the Pittsburgh Steelers despite being listed as questionable, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. Metcalf missed practice on Thursday and Friday, but it appears that he has made enough progress over the last 48 hours to suit up for the Seahawks' penultimate regular-season game. The 26-year-old has 60 catches, 998 yards, and eight touchdowns this season, ranking 21st among wide receivers in terms of fantasy points. He should continue to be deployed as a mid-range WR2 option in most leagues.
Seattle Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf (back) is currently listed as questionable for the Week 17 matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Despite that, head coach Pete Carroll recently said that Metcalf is expected to suit up for this game. It sounds like this is a minor issue, so Metcalf should be fine for Sunday, barring any setbacks. Fantasy managers will have to check back later this weekend for another update on his status. For now, Metcalf can be plugged back into lineups as a WR3 for this weekend.
Seattle Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf (back) is officially questionable to play against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday. The injury popped up during practice this week, creating real uncertainty about his status for this weekend's contest. The Seahawks have not yet disclosed whether he practiced Friday, but it certainly appears that the star wideout is trending in the wrong direction. Metcalf could be a true game-time decision, in which case his status would be in limbo until the official list of inactives is released 90 minutes prior to kickoff. If Metcalf is inactive, Tyler Lockett and Jaxon Smith-Njigba would both have larger roles, bumping them into the WR3 tier for fantasy football.
Seattle Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf (back) was added to the Week 17 injury report on Thursday after he was unable to practice due to a new back injury. Receiver Dee Eskridge (ribs) also missed practice for the second straight day. Fantasy managers are going to need to keep a close eye on Metcalf's status heading into Sunday's game against the Pittsburgh Steelers, as midweek injuries can often be problematic. Whether Metcalf can return to practice on Friday could go a long way into determining whether he'll be able to suit up in Week 17. If the 26-year-old is forced to miss this weekend's game, rookie Jaxon Smith-Njigba (knee) would have much more upside alongside Tyler Lockett as Seattle's top two wideouts. Stay tuned for more information on Metcalf's status on Friday.
Seattle Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf scored his eighth touchdown of the season in Sunday's win over the Tennessee Titans. Metcalf saw six targets in Week 16, catching four passes for 56 yards and the score. Seattle's use of their top receiver once again had fantasy managers wringing their hands. Metcalf had just one target in each of the first three quarters and his trip to the end zone salvaged what would have been a true dud in the fantasy semifinal round. Tyler Lockett and rookie Jaxon Smith-Njigba are vying for Geno Smith's attention making it hard to judge who will emerge as the top option in a given week. Metcalf still operates as the number one target in the red zone, though, making him a weekly threat to score a touchdown and that will keep him in the WR2 mix in Week 17 against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
