History of DK Metcalf in Timeline
DK Metcalf is a professional American football wide receiver currently playing for the Seattle Seahawks in the NFL. Before his NFL career, Metcalf played college football at Ole Miss for the Ole Miss Rebels. He's known for his impressive physical attributes and athletic abilities on the field.
December 14, 1997: DK Metcalf Born
On December 14, 1997, DeKaylin Zecharius "DK" Metcalf was born. He is now a professional football wide receiver.
2016: Freshman Season at Ole Miss
In 2016, as a freshman at Ole Miss, DK Metcalf's season was cut short due to a foot injury after appearing in the first two games. He was granted a redshirt following the injury.
2017: Ole Miss Sophomore Season
In 2017, DK Metcalf had 39 receptions for 646 yards and seven touchdowns during his sophomore season at Ole Miss.
2018: Season-ending Neck Injury
During the 2018 season, DK Metcalf had 26 receptions for 569 yards before sustaining a season-ending neck injury against Arkansas.
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 Regular Season Debut
On September 8, 2019, DK Metcalf played his first regular season game against the Cincinnati Bengals. He recorded four receptions for 89 receiving yards, setting a franchise record for total receiving yards by a player making his NFL debut.
December 2019: "Decaf Metcalf" Coffee Partnership
Beginning in December 2019, DK Metcalf partnered with Volcanica Coffee after ESPN announcer Joe Tessitore mistakenly called him "Decaf Metcalf". 16-ounce bags of coffee labeled "Decaf Metcalf" were sold on the company's website, with part of the proceeds donated to Prison Fellowship.
2019: Declared for NFL Draft
After the 2018 season, DK Metcalf declared for the 2019 NFL Draft, forgoing his last two years of college football.
2020: NFL Top 100 Players of 2020
DK Metcalf was ranked 81st by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2020.
2020: Record-Breaking Season
In 2020, DK Metcalf finished the season with 83 receptions for 1,303 receiving yards and 10 touchdowns, setting a new franchise record for the Seahawks, surpassing Steve Largent's previous record. He was also named a second-team All-Pro.
2021: NFL Top 100 Players of 2021
DK Metcalf was ranked 22nd on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2021 for his performance during the 2020 season.
2021: 2021 NFL Season Performance
In 2021, during Week 3, DK Metcalf had 6 receptions for 107 yards against the Vikings. He also recorded 5 catches and 98 receiving yards for 2 touchdowns against the Rams.
July 28, 2022: Contract Extension with Seahawks
On July 28, 2022, DK Metcalf agreed to terms with the Seahawks on a three-year, $72 million extension with $58.2 million guaranteed and a $30 million signing bonus.
2022: Relationship with Normani
Since 2022, DK Metcalf has been in a relationship with American singer Normani.
February 17, 2023: NBA All-Star Weekend Celebrity Game MVP
On February 17, 2023, DK Metcalf played in the NBA All-Star Weekend Celebrity Game, finishing with 20 points, 10 rebounds, and four blocks, earning him the Most Valuable Player award.
2023: 2023 NFL Season
During the 2023 NFL season, DK Metcalf recorded six receptions for 134 yards and set his career high in touchdown receptions in a single game with three against the Dallas Cowboys. He was named as a Pro Bowler.
2024: NFL Top 100 Players of 2024
DK Metcalf was ranked 84th by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2024.
2024: 2024 NFL Season Performance
In the 2024 NFL season, DK Metcalf had ten receptions for 129 yards and a touchdown in Week 2 against the New England Patriots. After a 71-yard touchdown reception versus the Miami Dolphins in week 3, Metcalf broke the franchise record of most touchdown receptions of at least 50 yards by any Seahawks receiver.
