49ers Trade Deebo Samuel to Commanders for Fifth-Round Pick

Former All-Pro receiver expresses gratitude toward San Francisco as he prepares for a fresh start in Washington.

Deebo Samuel, traded by the 49ers to the Commanders, emphasized there is 'no bad blood' with his former team and expressed appreciation for his time in San Francisco.
The 49ers received a fifth-round draft pick in exchange for Samuel, a move seen as part of their effort to restructure their roster and manage salary cap challenges.
Samuel, whose production has declined since his 2021 All-Pro season, faced criticism over conditioning issues in 2024, which he attributed to injuries and illness.
The Commanders aim to integrate Samuel into their offense alongside standout receiver Terry McLaurin and quarterback Jayden Daniels, the reigning Offensive Rookie of the Year.
San Francisco incurs a $31 million dead cap hit from the trade, reflecting their broader strategy to transition to younger talent and prepare for key contract extensions.