Metcalf brings a factor of fear to Steelers

It took longer than expected, but Steelers landed the star receptor they needed to conclude their offense with Seattle for DK Metcalf.

In Metcalf of 6 meters-4, 229 kilograms, Steelers did not add a wide receiver, added a fear factor for the opposite defense. And indeed it doesn’t matter who could be the team’s quarter.

With Metcalf and its speed sub-4-4 seconds on one side of the ground and almost as big George Pickens on the other side, Steelers can challenge a defense like several other teams in the league.

There should be no safety 15 meters from the line of scrimmage with those two players on the field together all season. And if they are, forget it.

Steelers wants to run the ball at a high percentage, more than most teams. This does not mean that they cannot or will not throw the ball, but they will definitely see much less charged boxes in 2025 than they did in 2024.

And then, there is the impact Metcalf can have on Pickens.

“Just to meet George from the little conversations I had in passing, a great player, watching from afar,” said Metcalf. “Zach Azzanni) calls it” Freak Show “and I think this is a suitable name for him, with the circus catches he makes.

“But I am only here to try to instill any wisdom or any knowledge that it allowed me and vice versa. I feel as if there are some things I can learn from him, as he does and, as you said, I played with great receptors like Tyler Lockett, Freddie Swain, Josh Gordon was in my year’s team. As if it can be the case here. “

Therefore, adding Metcalf could help Steelers on the field and outside the field if it helps to unlock the next level of play from Pickens, which was certainly good, but could be even better.

This is the other thing Metcalf will bring to the table. As a clear number 1 receiver for Steelers last season, Pickens could be doubled at each piece.

Now? Not so much – unless opponents are willing to follow Metcalf to run through or behind their defenses.

This will make life easier for everyone else in the crime to work.

Including who Steelers has at the quarter.