When DK Metcalf woke up on Thursday morning, he probably knew it was going to be a big day. What he might not have expected was how many life-changing moments would unfold within just a few hours.
The 26-year-old wide receiver had already made headlines by leaving the Seattle Seahawks for the Pittsburgh Steelers in a blockbuster trade. The Steelers sent a second-round pick to Seattle and immediately locked in their new star with a five-year, $150 million contract. The deal makes Metcalf one of the highest-paid receivers in the league, and Pittsburgh fans are already dreaming about the impact he’ll make alongside George Pickens.
Chiefs new nightmare! DK Metcalf gets traded to the Pittsburgh Steelers and makes them dangerous
But it wasn’t just his football career that took a major turn-his personal life did, too.
New city, new contract, new ring
Shortly after his introduction as a Steeler, Metcalf made another announcement: he and singer Normani are engaged. The couple, who have been together since 2022, had kept their relationship relatively private, but Metcalf decided to make this moment public. He reportedly proposed in Houston during a family gathering, making the celebration even more special.
Between the massive contract and the engagement news, Metcalf is closing out the offseason with two major commitments.
Of course, the trade itself raised some immediate questions-most notably about jersey numbers. Both Metcalf and Pickens wore No. 14, so there was natural curiosity about how the team would handle it. The answer? Metcalf is switching to No. 4, a number he’s never worn before, while Pickens keeps No. 14. A minor detail, but a significant one in terms of team chemistry.
The Steelers’ next move: Who’s throwing the ball?
While the Steelers’ offense just got a serious upgrade at receiver, the quarterback situation remains a mystery. Pittsburgh has been linked to several names, including Aaron Rodgers, who could be on the move after an injury-shortened season with the New York Jets. There’s also speculation about a possible return for Russell Wilson, who played part of last season in Pittsburgh.
No matter who ends up under center, one thing is clear: with Metcalf and Pickens on the field, the Steelers have assembled one of the most physically dominant receiver duos in the league. Metcalf’s speed and size have made him one of the most dangerous deep threats in football, and now he’ll have a chance to bring that explosiveness to a team hungry to get back to the top of the AFC.
Between the new contract and the engagement, Metcalf’s fresh start in Pittsburgh couldn’t be off to a better start. The only thing left to see is who will be throwing him the ball.
