Career Timeline of DK Metcalf: Major Achievements and Milestones

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: February 13, 2026

How DK Metcalf built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

DK Metcalf is an American football wide receiver currently playing for the Pittsburgh Steelers. He played college football at Ole Miss and was drafted by the Seattle Seahawks in the second round of the 2019 NFL Draft. He played for the Seahawks for six seasons until he was traded to the Steelers in 2025. Metcalf has earned one All-Pro selection and has been selected to the Pro Bowl twice.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2017: Metcalf's 2017 Season

In 2017, DK Metcalf had 39 receptions for 646 yards and seven touchdowns while playing for Ole Miss.

May 22, 2019: Signed with the Seattle Seahawks

On May 22, 2019, DK Metcalf signed a four-year deal with the Seattle Seahawks worth $4.6 million.

September 8, 2019: NFL Debut

On September 8, 2019, DK Metcalf played his first regular season game against the Cincinnati Bengals, recording four receptions for 89 receiving yards in the Seahawks' 21-20 victory and setting a franchise record for receiving yards in an NFL debut.

2019: Declared for the NFL Draft

After the 2018 season and due to a season ending neck injury, DK Metcalf declared for the 2019 NFL draft, forgoing his last two years of college football at Ole Miss.

2019: Drafted by the Seattle Seahawks

In 2019, DK Metcalf was selected by the Seattle Seahawks in the second round of the NFL draft.

2020: All-Pro Selection

In 2020, DK Metcalf finished the season with 83 receptions for 1,303 receiving yards and 10 touchdowns, setting a Seahawks franchise record for receiving yards, and was named a second-team All-Pro.

2021: 2021 Season Highlights

During the 2021 season, DK Metcalf had 6 receptions for 107 yards against the Vikings and recorded 5 catches, 98 receiving yards, and 2 touchdowns against the Rams.

July 28, 2022: Signed contract extension with Seahawks

On July 28, 2022, DK Metcalf and the Seahawks agreed to terms on a three-year, $72 million extension with $58.2 million guaranteed and a $30 million signing bonus.

2023: Notable moments and Pro Bowl Selection

In 2023, DK Metcalf's season included a taunting match and penalty, a game with a career-high three touchdown receptions, finishing with 66 receptions for 1,114 yards and eight touchdowns, and being named a Pro Bowler.

2024: 2024 Season Highlights

During the 2024 season, DK Metcalf had 10 receptions for 129 yards and a touchdown against the Patriots, broke a franchise record for touchdown receptions of at least 50 yards, and finished the season with 66 receptions for 992 yards and five touchdowns.

March 9, 2025: Trade Agreement to Pittsburgh Steelers

On March 9, 2025, reports indicated that the Seahawks agreed in principle to trade DK Metcalf to the Pittsburgh Steelers for draft picks, with Metcalf also agreeing to a contract extension.