Ladies and gentlemen, the Carolina Panthers did not get him.
Despite the optimism and speculation surrounding a potential trade for Seattle Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf, the Panthers did not end up with the two-time Pro Bowler. Instead, he’s off to the Pittsburgh Steelers—who struck the shocking blockbuster deal on Sunday evening.
Metcalf now heads to the (not warm) AFC North in exchange for a 2025 second-round draft pick. Plus, he’ll have plenty of extra cash for the move—as Steelers are ready to sign over a fresh five-year, $150 million contract for their new offensive star.
But back to Carolina, where a bit of disappointment now lingers.
Panthers fans were hopeful that their team had almost everything Metcalf was looking for. They had the connections, they had the money and they had the assets.
They didn’t, however, ultimately have a deal for who would have been their much-needed No. 1 wideout.
Here’s how the Carolina faithful have reacted to the trade . . .
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This article originally appeared on Panthers Wire: Panthers fans bummed out over DK Metcalf’s trade to the Steelers
