DK Metcalf facts for kids
Metcalf with the Seattle Seahawks in 2020
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| Position: | Wide receiver | ||||||
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| Born: | December 14, 1997 Oxford, Mississippi, U.S. |
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| Height: | 6 ft 4 in (1.93 m) | ||||||
| Weight: | 229 lb (104 kg) | ||||||
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| High school: | Oxford (MS) | ||||||
| College: | Ole Miss (2016–2018) | ||||||
| NFL Draft: | 2019 / Round: 2 / Pick: 64 | ||||||
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| Roster status: | Active | ||||||
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DeKaylin Zecharius "DK" Metcalf (born December 14, 1997) is a professional football player. He plays as a wide receiver for the Pittsburgh Steelers in the National Football League (NFL). Metcalf played college football for the Ole Miss Rebels. The Seattle Seahawks chose him in the second round of the 2019 NFL draft. After six seasons with the Seahawks, Metcalf joined the Steelers in 2025. He has been named an All-Pro once and has played in the Pro Bowl twice.
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DK Metcalf's Early Life
DK Metcalf was born on December 14, 1997, in Oxford, Mississippi. His father, Terrence Metcalf, also played college football at Ole Miss. Terrence was an offensive lineman in the NFL for the Bears, Lions, and Saints.
Metcalf went to Oxford High School in Oxford, Mississippi. During his time there, he caught 224 passes for 3,302 yards. He also scored 49 touchdowns. Experts saw him as a top prospect. He decided to play college football at the University of Mississippi.
College Football Career
Metcalf started playing for Ole Miss in 2016. He played in two games as a freshman before a foot injury ended his season. He was allowed to take a "redshirt" year, meaning he could play another year later. He caught two passes for 13 yards, both for touchdowns.
In 2017, he had a great season with 39 catches for 646 yards. He scored seven touchdowns that year. During the 2018 season, Metcalf caught 26 passes for 569 yards. His season ended early due to a neck injury. After the 2018 season, Metcalf decided to enter the 2019 NFL draft. He finished his college career with 67 catches for 1,228 yards and 14 touchdowns.
College Statistics
| Season | Team | GP | Receiving | |||
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| 2016 | Ole Miss | 2 | 2 | 13 | 6.5 | 2 |
| 2017 | Ole Miss | 12 | 39 | 646 | 16.6 | 7 |
| 2018 | Ole Miss | 7 | 26 | 569 | 21.9 | 5 |
| Career | 21 | 67 | 1,228 | 18.3 | 14 | |
Professional Football Career
The Seattle Seahawks picked DK Metcalf in the second round of the 2019 NFL draft. He was the 64th player chosen overall. On May 22, 2019, Metcalf signed a four-year contract with the Seahawks.
Playing for the Seattle Seahawks
2019 Season Highlights
Metcalf played his first NFL game on September 8, 2019. He caught four passes for 89 yards against the Cincinnati Bengals. This set a new team record for most receiving yards by a player in their first NFL game. In Week 2, he scored his first career touchdown against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
In Week 8, Metcalf scored two touchdowns against the Atlanta Falcons. This was his first game with multiple touchdowns. The next week, he had his first game with over 100 receiving yards. He finished his first regular season with 900 receiving yards and seven touchdowns. He was one of the top rookies in the NFL.
In the playoffs, Metcalf had an amazing game against the Philadelphia Eagles. He caught seven passes for 160 yards and a touchdown. This set an NFL record for the most receiving yards by a rookie in a playoff game.
2020 Season Highlights
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Metcalf continued to play well in 2020. In Week 3 against the Dallas Cowboys, he had a memorable play. After a long catch, he slowed down near the endzone and dropped the ball. Even with this mistake, the Seahawks won. Metcalf finished that game with 110 receiving yards and the winning touchdown.
In Week 7 against the Arizona Cardinals, Metcalf made an incredible play. A Cardinals player intercepted a pass and was running for a touchdown. Metcalf chased him down from across the field and tackled him. This tackle prevented a touchdown and showed Metcalf's amazing speed. He reached a top speed of 22.64 miles per hour on that play.
Metcalf had a fantastic season, setting a Seahawks franchise record. He had 83 catches for 1,303 receiving yards and 10 touchdowns. He was named a second-team All-Pro for his great performance. In the playoffs, he scored two touchdowns against the Los Angeles Rams.
2021 Season Highlights
Before the 2021 NFL season, Metcalf even tried out for the USATF Golden Games. He ran in the 100-meter race, hoping to qualify for the Olympic trials. He didn't qualify, but he ran a very good time of 10.37 seconds.
During the 2021 season, Metcalf continued to make big plays. In Week 7, he caught an 84-yard touchdown pass. This was the longest play of his career. He also scored a career-high three touchdowns in a game against the Detroit Lions.
The Seahawks did not make the playoffs in 2021. Metcalf finished the season with 967 receiving yards and a career-high 12 touchdowns. This was his last season playing with quarterback Russell Wilson.
2022 Season Highlights
On July 28, 2022, Metcalf signed a new contract with the Seahawks. It was a three-year deal worth $72 million. In Week 4, he had seven catches for 149 yards against the Lions. He finished the 2022 season with 90 catches for 1,048 yards and six touchdowns. In the playoffs, he had 10 catches for 136 yards and two touchdowns.
2023 Season Highlights
Metcalf started the 2023 season with a touchdown against the Rams. He finished the 2023 season with 66 catches for 1,114 yards and eight touchdowns. He was chosen to play in the Pro Bowl for the 2023 season.
2024 Season Highlights
In Week 2 of the 2024 season, Metcalf had 10 catches for 129 yards and a touchdown. The next week, he caught a 71-yard touchdown pass. This play broke a Seahawks record for the most touchdowns of at least 50 yards by any receiver. He finished the 2024 season with 66 catches for 992 yards and five touchdowns. After the season, he asked to be traded to another team.
Joining the Pittsburgh Steelers
On March 9, 2025, news came out that the Seahawks had agreed to trade Metcalf to the Pittsburgh Steelers. The Steelers sent a second-round draft pick to the Seahawks. Metcalf also agreed to a new five-year contract worth $150 million. The trade was officially announced on March 13, 2025.
NFL Career Statistics
Regular Season
| Year | Team | Games | Receiving | Rushing | Fumbles | ||||||||||
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| GP | GS | Rec | Yds | Avg | Lng | TD | Att | Yds | Avg | Lng | TD | Fum | Lost | ||
| 2019 | SEA | 16 | 15 | 58 | 900 | 15.5 | 54 | 7 | 2 | 11 | 5.5 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 3 |
| 2020 | SEA | 16 | 16 | 83 | 1,303 | 15.7 | 62 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 2021 | SEA | 17 | 17 | 75 | 967 | 12.9 | 84 | 12 | 1 | 6 | 6.0 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 | SEA | 17 | 17 | 90 | 1,048 | 11.6 | 54 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| 2023 | SEA | 16 | 16 | 66 | 1,114 | 16.9 | 73 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | SEA | 15 | 12 | 66 | 992 | 15.0 | 71 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| Career | 97 | 93 | 438 | 6,324 | 14.4 | 84 | 48 | 3 | 17 | 5.7 | 7 | 0 | 9 | 8 | |
Postseason
| Year | Team | Games | Receiving | Fumbles | ||||||
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| GP | GS | Rec | Yds | Avg | Lng | TD | Fum | Lost | ||
| 2019 | SEA | 2 | 2 | 11 | 219 | 19.9 | 53 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | SEA | 1 | 1 | 5 | 96 | 19.2 | 51 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | SEA | 1 | 1 | 10 | 136 | 13.6 | 50 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Career | 4 | 4 | 26 | 451 | 17.3 | 53 | 5 | 0 | 0 | |
Seahawks Records
- Most receiving yards in a rookie's first game: 89 yards (vs. Cincinnati Bengals on September 8, 2019)
- Most receiving yards in a single season: 1,303 yards (2020)
DK Metcalf's Personal Life
DK Metcalf is a born-again Christian.
In February 2023, Metcalf played in the NBA All-Star Weekend Celebrity Game. He scored 20 points, grabbed 10 rebounds, and blocked four shots. His team won 81–78. Metcalf was named the Most Valuable Player (MVP) for the game.
Metcalf has been in a relationship with singer Normani since 2022. They were introduced by mutual friends, Russell Wilson and Ciara. Metcalf announced their engagement on March 13, 2025, during his first press conference with the Steelers.
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Metcalf with the Seattle Seahawks in 2020
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Metcalf in 2020
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Metcalf with the Steelers in 2025
