The Seahawks could also use help at defensive tackle and wide receiver, regardless of whether DK Metcalf is traded.

Seahawks linebacker Ernest Jones IV had knee surgery this offseason, multiple sources with direct knowledge of the situation told The Seattle Times.

Seahawks LB Ernest Jones IV's agent, Ira Turner, pushed back at the idea that his client's recent knee surgery was a bad thing.

One of the Seattle Seahawks' top offseason priorities involves linebacker Ernest Jones IV, who they acquired midseason last year in a trade with the Tennessee Titans. Jones completely revived Seattle's abysmal run defense and gave the unit a much-needed jolt in playmaking ability.

Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf's trade request is dominating the headlines, but it isn't the only thing on General Manager John Schneider's plate right now.