It’s not looking great for Metcalf to return to the lineup for Week 9.
The Seattle Seahawks may be looking at another week without their star wide receiver. DK Metcalf once again sat out practice ahead of this Sunday’s pivotal Week 9 showdown with the Los Angeles Rams. We’ll know more about Metcalf’s status on Friday, keeping in mind he was listed as doubtful last week against the Buffalo Bills before being ruled out on gameday. Metcalf sprained his MCL after being hit in midair by Atlanta Falcons safety Justin Simmons and was subsequently carted off.
What does the absence of Metcalf mean for the Seahawks passing offense? It may be purely coincidental, but Geno Smith didn’t attempt a single pass beyond 20+ air yards with Metcalf out for the Bills game. Metcalf leads the team in deep receptions and in explosive pass plays of 20+ yards . Those are both more than the rest of Seattle’s receiving targets combined. Nose tackle Cameron Young was out with a knee injury.
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