The San Francisco 49ers boast one of the NFL’s deepest wide receiver corps, but Deebo Samuel may soon be on the trading block. Despite recent contract extensions for Brandon Aiyuk and Jauan Jennings, as well as the addition of first-round pick Ricky Pearsall, the 49ers may be preparing to move on from Samuel as they look toward the future. ESPN’s Dan Graziano reports that Samuel could be a potential trade piece in 2025 as San Francisco faces difficult roster decisions.
While losing Samuel would mark a significant shift, it reflects the tough choices required to maintain a competitive team in the NFL. With a hefty cap hit in 2025 and a contract set to expire in 2026, the 49ers may seek to recoup value now rather than risk losing him for nothing. However, trading the versatile 28-year-old won’t be easy, as his sizable salary could make teams hesitant to pursue him.
The 49ers are no strangers to high-profile trade discussions surrounding their wide receivers, and Samuel’s future is now a major talking point as the team navigates its next phase