On Sunday, the Seattle Seahawks fell 30-23 to the Pittsburgh Steelers, snapping a two-game win streak. While Seattle ultimately fell short, the offense put up a valiant fight, including another big game for fifth-year wideout DK Metcalf.
The Ole Miss alum caught five passes for 106 yards, marking the third 100-yard game for Metcalf this season. The physical wideout was matched up with Steelers rookie corner Joey Porter Jr., the son and namesake of Pittsburgh legend Joey Porter Sr. The 6-foot-2 Penn State alum was selected in the second round of the 2023 draft, and has quickly made his presence felt. Prior to Sunday's contest, Porter Jr. hadn't allowed his matchup to record over 40 yards through 15 games played.
Per Next Gen Stats, Porter Jr. lined up across Metcalf on 26 of 32 routes, allowing three catches for 86 yards. The performance brings Metcalf's season total to 1,104 yards, marking the third 1,000-yard season of his career and second in a row. Metcalf will look to help Seattle defeat the Arizona Cardinals in Week 18, as they look to get back on track and earn a playoff berth.
Go behind the scenes with team photographer Rod Mar as he shares moments from the Seahawks' Week 17 matchup with the Pittsburgh Steelers on New Year's Eve.
Seahawks receiver DK Metcalf arrives for the Week 17 clash with the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Seahawks fans were in the holiday spirit for the New Year's Eve game.
Seahawks defensive linemen gather around Leonard Williams after their early pregame warmups.
Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith signs autographs for fans near the team's tunnel.
Seahawks running back Kenneth Walker III stretches.
Seahawks Legend Marshawn Lynch laughs with head coach Pete Carroll on the field before the game.
Seahawks Legends Walter Jones and Matt Hasselbeck reunite on the field before the game.
Seattle Mariner Julio Rodriguez greets Seahawks receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba before the game. Rodriguez was on hand to raise the 12 Flag.
Seattle Mariner Julio Rodriguez greets Seahawks receiver DK Metcalf before the game. Rodriguez was on hand to raise the 12 Flag.
Linebacker Devin Bush is greeted by head coach Pete Carroll during pregame stretching.
Seahawks tight end Colby Parkinson during pregame warmups.
Seahawks Legend Steve Largent waves as linebacker Bobby Wagner receives the Steve Largent Award before the game.
Captain Bobby Wagner talks to the team before they leave the locker room for pregame introductions.
Seahawks Dancers during pregame ceremonies.
Pregame introductions are led by Seahawks flags.
Seahawks captain Tyler Lockett is introduced.
American Idol winner Iam Tongi performs the national anthem.
Seattle's Leonard Williams applies pressure.
Seahawks cornerback Riq Woolen defends a pass along the sideline.
Quarterback Geno Smith slings a pass from the pocket.
Seahawks receiver DK Metcalf gains yards after the catch.
Seahawks fans get loud.
Leonard Williams reacts after a stop.
Kenneth Walker III gains yards behind the block of Damien Lewis.
DK Metcalf finds running room after the catch.
Quarterback Geno Smith reacts after throwing a touchdown pass to Jaxon Smith-Njigba.
Seahawks and Steelers fans get playful in the stands.
At halftime, the Seahawks offense gathers on their end of the locker room.
Head coach Pete Carroll talks to his defense in the locker room at halftime.
Jason Myers converts a field goal from the hold of Michael Dickson.
Seahawks cornerback Devon Witherspoon throws a Steelers ballcarrier out of bounds.
Seahawks receiver DK Metcalf has plenty of room to run after catching a pass from Geno Smith.
Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith escapes the pocket for a long gain in the second half.
A pass intended for Tyler Lockett falls just out of his reach in the end zone in the fourth quarter.
Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll talks to his team in the locker room after the game.
