Deebo Samuel returns to the 49ers after a season with the Commanders
· Yahoo Sports
Deebo Samuel has reportedly signed a 1-year deal to return to the San Francisco 49ers team that drafted him.
The deal was first reported by ESPN/NFL Network reporter Ian Rapoport.
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He was traded to the Commanders last year, for a 2-25 fifth-round pick, to be their No. 2 behind Terry McLaurin, but ended the season as the most productive receiver due to McLaurin missing time. Samuel had 72 receptions for 727 yards and 5 TDs, along with 17 rushes for 75 yards and another score in 16 games. Deebo was an effective kick returner as well, returning 15 kicks for a 30.1 yards/return average. Washington wasn’t expected to re-sign him, and now that option is off the table with him returning to San Francisco.
Wasn’t going to be an option here. Washington continues to monitor Stefon Diggs. Does not appear any other FA WR is a legit option. https://t.co/mbOJlqMaP7
— John Keim (@john_keim) July 31, 2026
The Commanders could still be looking to add another veteran wide receiver to the roster to pair with McLaurin, or go with the mix of youth and veterans already on the team. ESPN’s John Keim noted that Washington continues to monitor the Stefon Diggs situation, but doesn’t seem to be interested in any other free agents.
Diggs has been dealing with some legal issues this offseason, but has kept the Washington option open. Five teams have reportedly been checking in on Diggs, with the Commanders being one of them.