Below is a rundown of the latest developments:
What Happened:
In a recent explosive episode of the Get Got Podcast, DK Metcalf opened up about how changes in Seattle’s leadership left him—and his longtime teammate Tyler Lockett—feeling sidelined. Metcalf recounted that when familiar “Pete Carroll messages” disappeared after new coaching hires took over (including the introduction of former college OC Ryan Grubb), both he and Lockett felt like outsiders. He recalled Lockett even telling him that he didn’t see a future in Seattle under the new regime. Ultimately, Seattle made major moves: releasing Lockett after a 10‑year tenure and trading Metcalf to the Pittsburgh Steelers.
The Cultural Fallout:
Metcalf’s frustration wasn’t just about the on‐field changes. It was personal—watching his “brother” in arms be told he wasn’t “good enough” struck a deep chord. The old Seahawks culture, built on the camaraderie and guidance of Pete Carroll, had dissolved as new leadership shifted the messaging, leaving only a handful of players from that era.
A Reunion on the Horizon?
Amid this upheaval, there’s another twist. According to the same report, Pete Carroll—now in a new phase of his career—is predicted to reunite with a former colleague. Although details are still emerging, this hint points to Carroll’s longstanding ties and his desire to bring familiar faces with proven chemistry along with him as he embarks on his next chapter. This potential reunion underlines the stark contrast between the culture that once thrived in Seattle and the current state of affairs.
For more details, you can check out the EssentiallySports article by Sergei Madison, which breaks down the emotional and strategic aspects of these moves.
