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Seahawks GM John Schneider Explains DK Metcalf Trade: ‘He Really, Really Wanted A Fresh Start’

For six years with the Seattle Seahawks, things were pretty good for wide receiver DK Metcalf. He was putting up at least 900 yards receiving every season, was a Pro Bowler twice and earned second-team All-Pro accolades once.

But ahead of Year 7 in the NFL, Metcalf wanted a change of scenery.

That led to a trade request, which led to him being traded from the Seahawks to the Pittsburgh Steelers on March 9 — the trade was made official March 13 — Metcalf landing a lucrative contract extension in the process and getting the fresh start he sought.