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DK Metcalf 2025 Fantasy Football Outlook: Steelers WR1, but Questions Remain
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf, who was traded to his new team near the beginning of the free agency period in the 2025 offseason, is the clear and undisputed No. 1 target in his new offense. The Steelers also traded away WR George Pickens, meaning Metcalf is the only good receiver on the team. The team's second-best option right now is WR Calvin Austin III, who has failed to even cement himself as the team's WR2. Pittsburgh's offense seems to be set to take a step back, as while they signed QB Aaron Rodgers, he's 41 years old and dealt with many injuries last season. Metcalf could be heavily targeted, but swarmed with defensive coverage in every game. In addition, Pittsburgh's offensive coordinator, Arthur Smith, employs an incredibly run-heavy offensive scheme. He is known for being awful for fantasy football for all players on his team who haven't been a future Hall of Fame running back, except for Derrick Henry. It's hard to believe that a Smith offense that even held back WR A.J. Brown with the Tennessee Titans will produce a legit WR1 in fantasy football. Metcalf should have a decent season, but expect plenty of disappointing games of poor production.
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