The Seattle Seahawks are in the midst of a full-scale roster revamp. After one solid season under head coach Mike Macdonald, the team is entering a pivotal offseason that could redefine its future. Today’s shocking news of Tyler Lockett’s release was tough enough for fans to swallow, but shortly after, reports surfaced that DK Metcalf has requested a trade.
With two of the franchise’s cornerstone wide receivers likely out the door, the ripple effects could be massive—especially when it comes to the quarterback position.
Geno Smith and the Seahawks were rumored to be in contract extension talks, but with Lockett gone and Metcalf seemingly on his way out, the situation has shifted dramatically. Why would Smith commit to a long-term deal if his top two weapons are no longer in Seattle? While the team still has promising young receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba, expecting him to carry the receiving corps alone is unrealistic.
Would the Seattle Seahawks want to start over at quarterback with no Tyler Lockett or DK Metcalf?
If the Seahawks do end up trading Metcalf, it could signal a full-scale offensive reset. That brings up an even bigger question: Is Geno Smith part of Seattle’s future, or is the front office preparing to move on?
#Seahawks star WR DK Metcalf has requested a trade from Seattle and the team has decided to explore it, per me and @TomPelissero.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 5, 2025
There is likely to be significant interest in the Seattle star, and both sides will dig into it. A big-time WR who may be on the move. pic.twitter.com/5U40T159EX
Metcalf’s trade request puts general manager John Schneider in a unique position. If the Seahawks can secure an early first-round pick for their star receiver, they might have the ammunition to select a quarterback of the future. With a strong draft class on the horizon, Seattle could opt to reset at quarterback rather than lock in Geno Smith on a long-term deal.
If that’s the case, Seattle may prioritize surrounding a young quarterback with fresh talent rather than maintaining a roster built around a veteran signal-caller. The decision ultimately comes down to how Macdonald and Schneider want to build this team—whether they believe Smith can lead them to sustained success or if it’s time for a full reset.
The coming weeks will be crucial in determining the Seahawks’ direction. If Metcalf is traded, it could all but guarantee that Geno Smith won’t be extended. On the other hand, if Seattle holds onto Metcalf and adds more weapons, it might signal faith in Smith as their leader moving forward.
One thing is clear: The Seahawks are undergoing a major transformation, and no one’s future is certain. The next moves by Schneider and Macdonald will tell us everything about what kind of team they want to build—not just for 2025 but for years to come.