The Seattle Seahawks have one former Ohio State star on its roster in Jaxon Smith-Njigba, and their actions this offseason could help another one cash in with a huge second contract. DK Metcalf has requested a trade in the wake of Tyler Lockett's release and the team's unwillingness to extend his
If Seattle Seahawks receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba wasn't tuned in to the NFL news Wednesday morning, he probably did not expect to see what unfolded when he finally caught up on social media. That receiving room will likely look quite different next season.
While there's still a good chance that Metcalf will wind up signing an extension to stay in Seattle, there's now no point in denying that a trade is a distinct possibility. While that would come as a bummer to most Seahawks fans, there are several players currently on the roster who would stand to benefit.
Seahawks receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba seemed shocked Tyler Lockett and DK Metcalf are on their way out of Seattle.
Not only does DK Metcalf want to be on a contender, but he's looking for a new contract that starts around $30 million per year.