Seattle Seahawks Win
Seattle traded up to #64 in the 2019 draft for WR D.K. Metcalf, sending New England third- and fourth-round picks. Metcalf slipped because of route-running and medical concerns, but Seattle bet on rare size-speed traits and landed a franchise receiver. His first five seasons produced 6,000-plus yards, 48 touchdowns, and multiple Pro Bowls, while New England's return failed to approach that value. The A+ grade is deserved because Seattle paid a mid-round premium and got a true WR1.
Seattle Seahawks Received
- pick 2019 2nd round pick (64th overall, D.K. Metcalf )
New England Patriots Received
- pick 2019 3rd round pick (77th overall, Chase Winovich )
- pick 2019 4th round pick (118th overall, Hjalte Froholdt )
Trade Summary
Seattle traded up to #64 in the 2019 draft for WR D.K. Metcalf, sending New England third- and fourth-round picks. Metcalf slipped because of route-running and medical concerns, but Seattle bet on rare size-speed traits and landed a franchise receiver. His first five seasons produced 6,000-plus yards, 48 touchdowns, and multiple Pro Bowls, while New England's return failed to approach that value. The A+ grade is deserved because Seattle paid a mid-round premium and got a true WR1.
Trade Analysis
Seattle traded up to #64 in the 2019 draft for WR D.K. Metcalf, sending New England third- and fourth-round picks. Metcalf slipped because of route-running and medical concerns, but Seattle bet on rare size-speed traits and landed a franchise receiver. His first five seasons produced 6,000-plus yards, 48 touchdowns, and multiple Pro Bowls, while New England's return failed to approach that value. The A+ grade is deserved because Seattle paid a mid-round premium and got a true WR1. Patriots received role players who combined for 11.5 sacks in New England – clear loss.