And what free agent WR on the market satisfied this? Metcalf as a trade seems like it was the only other option. For 2.5x the cost plus a second rounder. I liked the idea of Metcalf, but I think it is fair to question if he is worth that much more.
The Browns are so awful I thought Garrett might actually want out…it made sense. Metcalf on the other hand I think is just looking for the biggest pay day.