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Patriots come up short in pursuit of star receiver DK Metcalf

Patriots fans’ dreams of watching DK Metcalf reel in deep throws from Drake Maye were officially dashed Sunday evening.

Despite being tabbed as one of the favorites to acquire the dynamic, No. 1 wideout this offseason, Metcalf is heading to the AFC North. NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero reported that the Seahawks are trading Metcalf to the Pittsburgh Steelers.

ESPN’s Adam Schefter added that Metcalf will receive a 5-year extension worth $150 million with Pittsburgh.

Sunday’s news stands as yet another setback for the Patriots, who have been on the prowl for a No.