Never In Play” Packers Get Absolutely Horrific Trade News (Report)..
The Green Bay Packers have made it clear that they are not afraid of committing to the big trade. In fact, for three straight off-seasons Green Bay moved on from Davante Adams, Aaron Rodgers, and Aaron Jones. While Jones wasn’t traded away, he was effectively swapped for running back Josh Jacobs.
“Never In Play” Packers Get Absolutely Horrific Trade News (Report)
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However, we are now seeing reports that one trade “was never going to happen,” contrary to popular belief.
“Never In Play” Packers Get Absolutely Horrific Trade News (Report)
“Never In Play” Packers Get Absolutely Horrific Trade News (Report)
Aug 15, 2019; Baltimore, MD, USA; Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur looks to his players during the first half against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium. Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports
Aug 15, 2019; Baltimore, MD, USA; Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur looks to his players during the first half against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium. Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports
According to ESPN’s Rob Demovsky:
One thing we heard: The Packers were never in play for receiver DK Metcalf. GM Brian Gutekunst might have been willing to pay top dollar but was never going to give up a high draft pick to get him via trade.
This was a bit of a surprising news update given that Green Bay seemed to be in the mix for the star wide receiver:
“Never In Play” Packers Get Absolutely Horrific Trade News (Report)
Steelers would up acquiring receiver DK Metcalf from Seattle Seahawks in a trade. Pittsburgh sent the Seahawks their 52nd and 223rd overall picks in the 2025 NFL Draft, and receive their sixth-round pick (185th overall) in the same draft. In addition, Metcalf signed a new five-year contract with the team.
“Never In Play” Packers Get Absolutely Horrific Trade News (Report)
During the 2019 NFL Draft, Metcalf was selected by the Seahawks in the second round.
Jan 5, 2020; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Seattle Seahawks wide receiver D.K. Metcalf (14) makes a touchdown catch against the Philadelphia Eagles during the third quarter in a NFC Wild Card playoff football game at Lincoln Financial Field. Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports Packers
Jan 5, 2020; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Seattle Seahawks wide receiver D.K. Metcalf (14) makes a touchdown catch against the Philadelphia Eagles during the third quarter in a NFC Wild Card playoff football game at Lincoln Financial Field. Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports
It will be a waiting game to see how Green Bay addresses the wide receiver position. With drops and injuries being an issue with their wide receiving corps, it figures to be a major point of emphasis this off-season.