The Las Vegas Raiders are searching for their next big offensive star, and DK Metcalf could be the answer. With the Seahawks receiver requesting a trade, the Raiders—now led by former Seattle head coach Pete Carroll—are an intriguing landing spot for the two-time Pro Bowler.

Pete Carroll (R) coached DK Metcalf from 2019-2023 (Image: Getty Images)
Carroll knows Metcalf’s skillset better than anyone. He was instrumental in drafting and developing the 6-foot-4, 235-pound receiver into one of the NFL’s most physically dominant pass-catchers. A reunion in Vegas could be the perfect move for both sides.
For the Raiders, adding Metcalf would instantly upgrade their offense. Davante Adams is still elite, but he’s on the wrong side of 30, and Jakobi Meyers is more of a WR2. Pairing Metcalf with Adams would give the Raiders one of the most dangerous receiving duos in the league. Whether Aidan O’Connell remains the starter or the team makes a move at quarterback, having Metcalf as a weapon would be a game-changer.
A plausible DK Metcalf trade as I was playing with options:
SEAHAWKS GET
Raiders 2nd round pick (37)
Raiders 3rd round pick (73)RAIDERS GET
DK Metcalf
Seahawks 4th round pick (137)That would give Seattle 5 of the top 82 picks, and multiple bites at the Day 2 WR/TE group.
— Brian Nemhauser (@hawkblogger) March 7, 2025
The cost? Reportedly, the Seahawks are after a first-round pick and the new team will have to give Metcalf a new contract worth around $93 million over three years. That’s a big investment, but it’s one that could immediately elevate the Raiders’ offense.
Metcalf has made it clear he wants to play for a contender. While the Raiders might not be there just yet, Carroll’s presence and their aggressive offseason approach could make them an attractive destination. Carroll isn’t looking to rebuild—he wants to win now. Bringing in a player like Metcalf would be a statement that Vegas is serious about competing in the AFC.
The Seahawks opened trade discussions with the Raiders with this blockbuster proposal—Geno Smith and DK Metcalf to Vegas for Maxx Crosby. Vegas QUICKLY shot that down, and told Seattle that Crosby was not available.
But talks continued, and led to Geno becoming a Raider.
— Albert Breer (@AlbertBreer) March 8, 2025
Financially, the Raiders would need to make some moves to fit Metcalf’s new deal, but it’s doable. If they truly want to give their offense a boost and capitalize on Carroll’s final years as a coach, this is the kind of bold move that makes sense.
The bottom line? The Raiders need a long-term offensive playmaker, and Metcalf might be the perfect fit. If Carroll wants to bring one of his former stars to Vegas, don’t be surprised if the Raiders make a strong push for Metcalf in the coming weeks.