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Fantasy football reaction: Deebo Samuel is headed to Washington
What does this move do for Deebo’s fantasy value in 2025?
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel requested a trade out of town several weeks ago and was unofficially granted his wish on March 1. The Washington Commanders will send a fifth-round selection to the Niners for Samuel, which will be formally completed once the new league year begins March 12.
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Washington gains a versatile playmaker who nicely contrasts Terry McLaurin to give a dangerous one-two aerial punch for second-year quarterback Jayden Daniels. Pass-catching running back Austin Ekeler remains under contract, although TE Zach Ertz is slated to hit free agency but still could return. The rest of the receiving components are far from integral.
A multilayered offensive attack will make life difficult on defenders, but it also means there may not be enough passes to go around to maintain weekly consistency for more than two of these guys. It’s unclear if Washington will utilize Samuel on the ground as much as San Fran did, which mostly was done out of necessity when he was rushing more than a change-of-pace play here and there.
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From San Fran’s perspective — one we’ll go into greater deal as the team rounds out its offensive corps — this move allows second-year receivers Jacob Cowing and Ricky Pearsall to gear up for more work. Expect the 49ers to continue to address the position, likely in the draft, as Brandon Aiyuk (knee) isn’t a sure thing as he comes back from knee reconstruction.
Fantasy football takeaway
Samuel has a storied history of being dinged and missing small amounts of time each year. Furthermore, Deebo’s lack of scoring prowess isn’t probable to turn around at this stage of his career, so all of this works in harmony to create a WR3 in upcoming drafts.
While he has the talent to be more, and gamers will get strong No. 2 returns from him on occasion, the situation alone doesn’t bode well for weekly utility. It’s not like he’ll be without upside entirely … but this veteran might be frustrating in weekly lineup formats. His addition arguably does far more for the fantasy value of Daniels than Samuel himself.
Deebo Samuel trade request shifts 49ers offseason needs
The 49ers badly need WR help.
The San Francisco 49ers’ list of offseason needs got a shakeup on Super Bowl Sunday when ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported wide receiver Deebo Samuel requested a trade.
Sitting atop the list of needs are the offensive line and defensive line in some order. San Francisco needs to find an upgrade at center, and a starting left guard. They also need starting help and depth at defensive end and defensive tackle.
After that it was murky. They have a slew of things to address at cornerback, safety, linebacker and tight end, but Samuel’s trade request made wide receiver a much more clear need for San Francisco this offseason. It may even land directly behind the trenches if we’re jotting down a list.
Receiver was already a position we’ve discussed as a need for the 49ers, and that was before it came to light they’d likely not have Samuel on their roster in 2025.
If we remove Samuel from the mix, Brandon Aiyuk sits as the clear No. 1 on the WR depth chart. He’s coming back from a major knee injury he suffered in Week 7 of last season. That throws his availability and effectiveness into question for 2025.
Jauan Jennings looks like the clear No. 2 WR on the roster, but he’s only under contract through 2025 and his play last year may have elevated his market beyond where the 49ers might be able to keep him on the roster after his deal is up.
San Francisco did pick Ricky Pearsall in the first round and Jacob Cowing in the fourth round of last year’s draft. Pearsall flashed at the end of last year, but he’s not a sure thing going into his second year. Cowing was a relative non-factor and will be a significant question mark entering 2025.
The 49ers need to at the very least add reliable depth in their receiving corps, and it would behoove them to perhaps draft a receiver earlier than they initially anticipated. Getting young talent into the receivers room allows them to overcome some of the potential obstacles at the position this year while also building out an arsenal for quarterback Brock Purdy.
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Two elite playmaking options could emerge for Patriots in offseason
Could New England be a landing spot for one of these two big-name receivers?
The New England Patriots will be in the market for offensive playmakers this offseason. So it’s definitely a good thing that two more elite playmaking options could be available for interested teams.
New York Jets wide receiver Davante Adams is the first name that comes to mind with the Jets reportedly moving on from legendary quarterback Aaron Rodgers. If the Jets are no longer in win-now mode, it makes no sense for them to keep Adams on their roster.
The 32-year-old receiver would be better off joining a team with a franchise quarterback already in place. NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport pointed out that Adams’ $38.3 million cap number would be “untenable” for the Jets, which means he’d have to agree to a new contract to stay in New York.
That likely means his time with the team is done.
San Francisco 49ers’ do-everything wide receiver Deebo Samuel is another player the Patriots should keep an eye on. ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported the 49ers have permitted Samuel to find a trade partner for his contract.
It would be fun to see all of the creative ways Patriots offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels could implement a player like Samuel in the offense. However, some major injury concerns would come along with the hefty price tag.
The Patriots have a multitude of different options in free agency with Tee Higgins and Chris Godwin topping the list of available wide receivers. Quarterback Drake Maye’s rapid development has forced a sense of urgency on the Patriots’ front office in assembling the right talent.
There are no excuses to come up empty-handed with multiple available options and the most cap space in the NFL.
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Has the Browns’ annual WR trade target emerged?
The Browns are in need of a receiver. Could they give the Niners a call?
Joining in with the likes of Amari Cooper and Jerry Jeudy, could the Cleveland Browns target another veteran wide receiver in Deebo Samuel from the San Francisco 49ers this offseason?
According to NFL insider Ian Rapoport, Samuel could be on the trade market this offseason. With Samuel entering the final year of his contract, San Francisco may look to move him after drafting a receiver in the first round of the NFL draft last season and recently extending Brandon Aiyuk, their younger, more traditional receiver. That situation makes Samuel an intriguing option for teams in need of skill players—including the Browns.
Samuel would theoretically give the Browns a true yards-after-catch monster and a legitimate big-play weapon. His ability to line up all over the field would make it very easy to slide into Kevin Stefanski’s offense, which values creativity and mismatches.
The Browns’ salary cap situation is difficult to navigate, with the team currently $30 million over the cap limit. This can be easily solved with a handful of restructures and cuts made to their current roster and is not a massive detriment. Given Samuel’s contract situation as well, the Niners will likely have to eat a portion of the deal to get a meaningful asset in return.
The Browns should be monitoring closely. If Deebo is available, Cleveland may not find a better opportunity to add a proven needle mover this season.
Could they hit the jackpot with Samuel like they did on Cooper and Jeudy in past trades?
NFC West rival puts star receiver on trade market
The NFC West in 2025 might not have Cooper Kupp or Deebo Samuel in 2025.
Just a few days ago, Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp announced the team told him they were looking to trade him this offseason, as he is due $20 million in roster bonuses and salary in 2025.
Another start receiver in the division is now on the trading block as well.
NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reported that the San Francisco 49ers will explore a trade for receiver Deebo Samuel, who requested the move in exit interviews after the season, reported ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Samuel’s agent told Schefter that he has been granted permission to speak to other teams for a possible trade.
Samuel was not happy with his usage in 2024. His 806 total yards from scrimmage were the lowest of his career, excluding 2020 when he played in only seven games. He had 51 receptions for 670 yards and three touchdowns and rushed for 136 and a score.
He just turned 29 last month and has one year remaining on his contact. He is scheduled to make $1.17 million in salary in 2025 but has a $15.4 million option bonus coming due on March 22.
The Cardinals won’t likely be involved, although Samuel would improve their offense. But an NFC West without Cooper Kupp and Deebo Samuel will be different, for sure.
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Potential Steelers target receives permission to seek a trade
The Steelers could work a trade for wide receiver Deebo Samuel.
Last season the Pittsburgh Steelers were reported to have interest in trading for San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel. The team ultimately didn’t finalize a deal but they might get another chance.
According to ESPN NFL reporter Adam Schefter, the 49ers have granted Samuel and his agent permission to seek a trade that could send Samuel to a new team for the final year of his current contract.
The 49ers have granted Deebo Samuel and his agent Tory Dandy permission to find a trade partner for the wide receiver, Samuel told ESPN. This comes after Samuel asked San Francisco to trade him during the players’ exit meetings after the season.
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— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) February 9, 2025
When healthy, Samuel has been a dynamic player and would be a huge upgrade at wide receiver if the two sides can work out a fair trade.
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49ers offseason takes rough turn with former All-Pro’s trade request
The Deebo Samuel era is coming to an end.
The San Francisco 49ers offseason hit a snag on the final day of the 2024 season.
Hours before kickoff for Super Bowl LIX, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported the 49ers have given wide receiver Deebo Samuel permission to seek a trade as he enters the final year of the three-year contract he signed before the 2022 season.
According to Schefter, the trade request came during player exit meetings for the 2024 season.
“It was a hard conversation to have with (head coach) Kyle (Shanahan) because of the relationship that we have,” Samuel said according to Schefter. “But I have to do what’s best. I’m more than thankful for the Niners giving me the opportunity of a lifetime, but now I think it’s best that we find another team.”
This throws an early wrench in the 49ers offseason, but it’s not a huge shock to hear Samuel and the 49ers are parting ways. He’s entering the final year of his three-year contract and there were already questions about whether San Francisco would keep him around for the 2025 season.
Samuel struggled last year to produce in the ways we’d become accustomed to seeing for the 2021 All-Pro. His overall production dipped, but his tackle breaking and yards-after-catch numbers plummeted. It’s easy to see why the 49ers would be hesitant to give him an extension. He’s due to carry a $15.8 million cap hit in 2025. It’s equally easy to see why Samuel would want additional security on his contract as well.
Requesting a trade gives Samuel and his representation an opportunity to find a team that will give the versatile wide receiver a new deal that goes beyond the 2025 season.
Samuel has spent his entire six-year career in San Francisco after they took him in the second round of the 2019 draft. In 81 games (73 starts) he posted 334 receptions, 4,792 receiving yards and 22 touchdowns. He also took 202 carries and turned them into 1,143 rushing yards and 20 touchdowns.
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NFC West Watch: 49ers WR Deebo Samuel requests trade
NFC West Watch: 49ers WR Deebo Samuel requests trade
In one of the more shocking Super Bowl Sunday news drops, the Seattle Seahawks’ primary rivals – the San Francisco 49ers – are going to be without one of their top stars in 2025. The 49ers, coming off an abysmal NFC Championship defense season with a record of 6-11, learned wide receiver Deebo Samuel has requested a trade. San Francisco has given Samuel and his agent to explore searching for a trade partner, as the franchise seems inclined to grant his request.
The 49ers have granted Deebo Samuel and his agent Tory Dandy permission to find a trade partner for the wide receiver, Samuel told ESPN. This comes after Samuel asked San Francisco to trade him during the players’ exit meetings after the season.
“It was a hard conversation to… pic.twitter.com/uuEsxgFHIJ
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) February 9, 2025
Samuel has been one of the biggest cogs in the 49ers machine these last few years. However, the relationship between the team and the all-purpose star has been rocky at times. During the 2022 offseason, Samuel requested his first trade from San Francisco, before being granted a three-year extension worth up to $73.5 million dollars. This time, it does not seem like either side is willing to find a way to keep this relationship going.
Samuel has reportedly grown frustrated with his usage in the Niners’ offense. Last year, Samuel only had 670 receiving yards and three touchdowns in 15 games played. It was the second time in the last three years his receiving total has been only in the 600 yard range, and has not eclipsed 1,000+ since the 2021 season.
Should he finally leave the 49ers, it will be a blessing to the Seahawks secondary. In his career versus Seattle, Samuel has 766 receiving yards on 47 receptions, seven of which went for touchdowns in eight total games against the Hawks. In Seattle’s 36-24 loss to San Francisco on Thursday Night Football last year, Samuel had five receptions for 102 yards and a touchdown.
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Former Steelers trade target could be back on the market
The Steelers might have another shot to trade for Deebo Samuel.
According to NFL Network reporter Ian Rapoport, the San Francisco 49ers are going to try to trade wide receiver Deebo Samuel this offseason. Last season Samuel was rumored to be a player the Pittsburgh Steelers were interested in so they should once again be one of the teams to reach out.
Samuel is in the final year of his contract and has a 2025 cap hit of $15.896 million. This is a bargain compared to the top wide receiver contracts in the league but Samuel has never really established himself as a true No. 1 receiver.
Nevertheless, Samuel paired up with George Pickens would be a dynamic tandem as Samuel excels at working inside and can take advantage of the coverage Pickens draws downfield.
The #49ers are expected to explore trading star WR Deebo Samuel, sources say.
In what could be a wild offseason, a parting for Samuel and SF is not guaranteed, but it may make sense for all parties.
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— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) February 9, 2025
Pittsburgh should have multiple options if they want to upgrade the wide receiver position via trade. In addition to Samuel, the Los Angeles Rams are going to try to trade Cooper Kupp in the offseason as well.
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