DK Metcalf, born DeKaylin Zecharius Metcalf, is an American football wide receiver for the Seattle Seahawks. He played college football at the University of Mississippi, commonly known as Ole Miss, before joining the NFL.
DK Metcalf was born on December 14, 1997.
In 2016, DK Metcalf began his college football career at Ole Miss, but a foot injury limited him to just two games.
DK Metcalf had a breakout season in 2017 at Ole Miss, recording 39 receptions for 646 yards and 7 touchdowns.
In 2018, DK Metcalf's season at Ole Miss was cut short due to a neck injury.
On May 22, 2019, DK Metcalf signed his rookie contract with the Seattle Seahawks, a four-year deal worth $4.6 million.
DK Metcalf made his NFL debut on September 8, 2019, against the Cincinnati Bengals, setting a franchise record for receiving yards in a debut.
In December 2019, DK Metcalf partnered with Volcanica Coffee to launch "Decaf Metcalf" coffee, with a portion of the proceeds donated to Prison Fellowship.
In 2019, after playing for three seasons at Ole Miss, DK Metcalf declared for the NFL draft.
After the 2018 season, DK Metcalf decided to forgo his remaining college eligibility and enter the 2019 NFL Draft.
DK Metcalf had a strong rookie season in 2020, finishing with 900 receiving yards and earning a spot on the NFL Top 100 Players list.
DK Metcalf's performance during the 2020 season earned him recognition and a high ranking on the NFL Top 100 Players list for 2021.
In 2020, DK Metcalf set a Seahawks franchise record for receiving yards in a season, surpassing Steve Largent's record. He was also named a second-team All-Pro.
DK Metcalf was ranked 22nd on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2021.
In the 2021 NFL season, DK Metcalf had notable performances, including a 107-yard game against the Vikings and a two-touchdown game against the Rams.
On July 28, 2022, DK Metcalf signed a three-year contract extension with the Seattle Seahawks worth $72 million.
On February 17, 2023, DK Metcalf played in the NBA All-Star Weekend Celebrity Game and won the MVP award after a standout performance.
In the 2023 NFL season, DK Metcalf continued to be a key player for the Seahawks, with notable performances against the Rams and Cowboys.