Philosophically, should the Seahawks follow a different formula? They can save $17 million by releasing Tyler Lockett, an expected move at the expense of a beloved veteran. Cutting or trading Metcalf before June 1 would save $10.875 million but result in a $21 million dead cap hit.

Specifically, the Seahawks have to decide whether to give DK Metcalf another big contract extension, or if it's time to sell high and see what they can get in a trade.

An ESPN prediction article shed light on a potential trade partner if the Seattle Seahawks were to deal star wide receiver DK Metcalf.

DK Metcalf is an obvious asset, but if it provides opportunity to immediately, meaningfully, improve up front then trading him is something the Seahawks must consider.

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf may have played his final game with the franchise. Metcalf, who turned 27 last month, finished his season with 66 catches for 992 yards and five touchdowns, all of which are respectable numbers,