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NFL.com News fantasy football takes on Deebo Samuel
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All NFL.com News insights about Deebo Samuel
PositiveRoleAug 1, 2026
Acquired by the Commanders as a key piece to build around Jayden Daniels, Samuel has already impressed teammates in camp despite online chatter that he's playing slower entering his seventh season. The source notes that how Samuel's role develops in training camp—more WR or RB?—will be the more interesting development, with both he and Laremy Tunsil having eyes on them in Ashburn, Virginia.NegativeRoleAug 1, 2026
Samuel, a previous mainstay of the 49ers, is now a free agent after a year with Washington and could potentially reunite with San Francisco, though his departure has created a significant gap in the receiving corps.NegativeDepth ChartAug 1, 2026
The 49ers signed Deebo Samuel to a one-year, $7 million deal after the article was published, per an NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport report; this move impacts the receiving depth chart and reduces the opportunity for Stribling to see the volume initially projected.NegativeValueAug 1, 2026
Signing a one-year, $7 million deal, per NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.PositiveRoleJul 30, 2026
Samuel is re-signing with the 49ers on a one-year, $7 million deal after spending last season with Washington. He produced 72 receptions for 727 yards and five touchdowns with the Commanders in 2024. The 49ers are bringing him back as a familiar target for Brock Purdy amid injuries to Ricky Pearsall and Christian Kirk, restoring Samuel to his original team where he was a focal point of Kyle Shanahan's offense through 2024.NegativeRoleNo date
Samuel was traded to Washington for a fifth-round pick, representing a notable departure from the 49ers' wide receiver corps and contributing to questions about the position's depth heading into 2025.PositiveValueNo date
Signed a one-year, $7 million deal with the 49ers, per NFL Network's Ian Rapoport, reuniting with the team on a short-term contract.NegativeUsageNo date
Samuel generated 727 yards and five touchdowns on 72 catches in 16 games with the Commanders last year, but took just 17 carries for 75 yards and another score—significantly fewer rushing attempts than his previous four seasons under Shanahan, when he averaged 45 carries per campaign. This marks a notable shift in how he was utilized in Washington compared to his role in San Francisco.PositiveRoleNo date
Samuel signed a one-year, $7 million deal with the 49ers and is expected to have a significant role in Shanahan's offense in 2026 alongside newcomers Mike Evans, Christian Kirk, and rookie De'Zhaun Stribling. Lynch noted Samuel is expected to play a key role in the return game, with the dynamic kickoff bringing the kickoff return back to the game. Samuel will be well-positioned in Shanahan's creative offensive scheme.PositiveRoleNo date
Samuel was brought back by the 49ers on a one-year, $7 million deal after the article was published, per an NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport report. This impacts the receiver depth chart and opportunity for rookie Jalen Stribling.