On Thursday, Seahawks General Manager John Schneider confirmed that star receiver DK Metcalf has officially requested a trade. During his weekly appearance on Seattle Sports 710, Schneider revealed that the Seattle Seahawks have already received inquiries from “a ton of teams” regarding Metcalf's situation.
“Everything is in a very cordial, professional place,” Schneider stated. “Obviously, DK has requested a trade, and we are entertaining that. We are talking to a ton of teams, taking offers, and seeing what that looks like.” This marks the first public comment from anyone associated with the Seahawks since Metcalf's trade request surfaced.
Although Schneider did not elaborate on the reasons behind the 27-year-old receiver's desire to leave, he emphasized that Metcalf remains under contract through the 2025 season. He also mentioned that there is still a possibility of Metcalf staying with the Seahawks this year. “Our responsibility to team chair Jody Allen and the 12s is to do what is absolutely best for the organization, and then what’s best for the player,” Schneider explained. “Hopefully, both those things merge into an ideal situation.”
Schneider expressed confidence that if a trade does not materialize, Metcalf could still be a valuable asset for the Seahawks in the upcoming season. “DK is a very good communicator,” he noted. “He understands the business, and if things don’t fall the way he may want, there’s a good chance he could end up being here.” He added that Metcalf has been remarkably professional and respectful throughout this process.
The Seahawks GM indicated that they hope to resolve Metcalf's situation before the NFL Draft, scheduled for April 24-26. “You definitely want to know what’s going on before draft time because he’s such an important part of our team and offensive philosophy,” Schneider said. He stressed the importance of knowing how to compensate for Metcalf's potential absence.
In addition to the Metcalf news, Schneider also addressed the recent release of Tyler Lockett, indicating that the timing of Metcalf's trade request overshadowed Lockett’s farewell. “We wanted this to be a very special day for Tyler,” Schneider lamented. The team had hoped to focus on celebrating Lockett’s career, but the timing of the trade request news shifted the spotlight.
“I felt bad for Tyler,” he admitted. “You put on the TVs, and it’s all about DK instead of Tyler Lockett.” Despite the circumstances, Schneider clarified that the door remains open for Lockett to return as he evaluates the market for his services.
Schneider compared Lockett’s situation to past instances where the Seahawks left the door open for players like Will Dissly and Jamal Adams. “Tyler is going to have strong interest because he’s such a strong leader and still a very productive player,” he said. Speculation is already circulating that Lockett could reunite with former Seahawks coach Pete Carroll with the Las Vegas Raiders.
In a Zoom meeting with Lockett, Schneider confirmed that the team had informed him a month ago about his release, which was formalized this week. “I don’t think he had a tear, but I had a little tear,” Schneider shared, reflecting on the emotional nature of the situation.
In addition to the trade discussions, Schneider provided updates on middle linebacker Ernest Jones IV, who underwent knee surgery following the season. He referred to the procedure as “just a little cleanup” and reassured fans that it was not a significant concern. Jones has been training with Seahawks staff while discussions about a new contract continue.
Finally, the Seahawks took care of some offseason business by re-signing cornerback Josh Jobe. Set to become a restricted free agent, Jobe’s new deal has not yet been disclosed. After signing as a free agent in late August, he emerged as a key player, starting six games and recording 37 tackles and an interception.
As the Seattle Seahawks navigate this critical offseason, the futures of both DK Metcalf and Tyler Lockett remain focal points for fans and analysts alike.
