Seahawks WRs Tyler Lockett, DK Metcalf expected to play against Giants
The Seahawks should have all their tools at wide receiver for today's showdown with the Giants.
Both DK Metcalf and Tyler Lockett are listed as questionable for today's game on the official injury report. However, ESPN insider Adam Schefter reported that the receivers are expected to play.
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Lockett suffered his rib injury a couple of weeks ago against the Cardinals. He has been limited at practice ever since but Lockett still caught seven of eight targets for 45 yards last week against the Chargers.
As for Metcalf, his knee injury came early last Sunday and he was ruled out after just one catch and 12 yards. Seahawks head coach Pete Caroll said that Metcalf sustained a patellar injury and would avoid surgery.
Schefter mentioned the initial concerns and noted that Metcalf is expected to give it go on Sunday afternoon.
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"When Seahawks’ WR D.K. Metcalf was carted off last Sunday with a patella tendon injury, some suspected he might be sidelined for weeks," Schefter tweeted. "But Metcalf, listed as questionable for Sunday, will return from his injury sooner than expected and play vs. the Giants, per source."
For the season, these guys' numbers are down a little bit.
Metcalf has 31 receptions for 418 yards and two touchdowns. Lockett has 41 catches for 468 yards. He also has hauled in two receiving touchdowns as well.
The biggest reason is the increase of tight ends in Seattle's offense. Metcalf and Lockett are producing near the end zone while Will Dissly, Noah Fant and Colby Parkinson have combined for five touchdowns within the offense.
It's working well for the Seahawks, who rank third in offensive DVOA and fifth in points per game.