The NFL enthusiasts have another moment to rejoice. One more offseason extension dilemma has gone under the sacks. This report would be a sigh of relief for the 12s as DK Metcalf puts ink to a new extension deal. It brought up a horde of congratulatory messages from Bobby Wagner and Russell Wilson with stupendous reactions from the NFL Universe.
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After an array of speculations and made-up theories, the DK Metcalf mystery ends. Additionally, the speedster also makes history. Seattle crafts him to be among the highest-paid athletes in the NFL at his position. Amidst the Seahawks’ entire roster revamp throughout the offseason, having a star like Metcalf is a sigh of relief for the fans.
DK Metcalf agrees to a contract extension with the Seahawks. It stops any trade speculations after the Russell Wilson trade and Bobby Wagner getting cut off the roster. Undeniably, the offseason period was the crucial point in making the negotiations. The new deal is a three-year, $72 million contract extension. Both parties had no intention of giving up on each other, and the extension clinches the deal.
As per ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the contract includes a $58.2 million guarantee and a $30 million signing bonus, the largest ever for a wide receiver. In 2026, Metcalf could become a free agent yet again or run another extension with the franchise.
D.K Metcalf’s agent Tory Dandy and Seahawks GM John Schneider and exec Matt Thomas finalized the deal this afternoon. Metcalf is now one of football’s highest-paid receivers.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) July 28, 2022
With Metcalf under contract, the Seahawks won’t have to think about the No. 1 receiver spot for long. Moreover, the Seahawks’ wide receiver is now one of the highest-paid players in the NFL.
New DK Metcalf extension pumps up old buddies and the 12s
After the DK Metcalf extension news broke, the NFL-verse turned upside down in glee. DK’s NFL companions and the 12s came up with celebratory messages for the WR. Although, a ray of concern still lies among the Seahawks fanbase.
The Metcalf extension news fired up Bobby Wagner, who loves to see it.
Love to see it 🌊🌊🌊 https://t.co/8BTx46RHWS
— Bobby Wagner (@Bwagz) July 28, 2022
Moreover, a user says with DangeRuss gone, DK could become the primary target now.
a lot of people not understanding russ held dk back a huge amount, dk’s targets going wayyyyy up this year
— goofy c (@scottclarkeuk) July 28, 2022
Broncos QB Russell Wilson showed up and called Metcalf a deserving one for the elite extension.
Congrats @Dkm14! You deserve it all bro! Love you man! God is good! 🙌🏾 https://t.co/9E05ZcFXWO
— Russell Wilson (@DangeRussWilson) July 28, 2022
It impressed another user after seeing WR DK’s yearly wage.
$24m per year for an elite WR who’s only 24 years old. Good shit.
— Tonya Bailey (@tbailey1976) July 28, 2022
This user seemed happy with the WR extension. But not with the QB situation.
Metcalf with Geno Smith and Drew Lock as QB pic.twitter.com/uItkCuTrro
— Chris Conte (@ChrisConte79) July 28, 2022
NFL Correspondent Annie Agar predicts the future of the Seahawks’ offensive line.
DK Metcalf wide open downfield
Drew lock: pic.twitter.com/RcpOOKIC4Y
— Annie Agar (@AnnieAgar) July 28, 2022
Moreover, a user predicted this to happen soon with DK Metcalf.
DK Metcalf the 2nd year of his contract when Drew Lock is still his QB pic.twitter.com/9GEM31lNKD
— 𝙀𝙙𝙬𝙞𝙣✨ (@Hamfor6) July 28, 2022
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NFL on Prime believed this would be DK’s reaction after signing the extension.
DK Metcalf after signing his contract extensionpic.twitter.com/wj7HqbntNz
— NFL On Prime Video (@NFLonPrime) July 28, 2022
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DK could have his moment to excel, but the QB situation with Drew Lock and Geno Smith remains a concerning factor.
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