Deebo Samuel traded to Washington Commanders from 49ers

Deebo Samuel has officially been traded from the San Francisco 49ers to the Washington Commanders, marking a significant shift for both the player and the franchise. In a heartfelt essay for The Players' Tribune, Samuel reflected on his six seasons with the 49ers, describing his relationship with coach Kyle Shanahan as 'ridiculous' and expressing no hard feelings towards the organization. Despite a disappointing performance last season, Samuel requested the trade in a candid conversation with Shanahan and general manager John Lynch, who he felt understood his situation. The Commanders, who traded a fifth-round pick for Samuel, hope his addition will enhance their already promising offensive lineup, particularly with quarterback Jayden Daniels at the helm. Samuel expressed excitement about joining Washington and emphasized the strong bonds he formed in San Francisco. The trade is set to be finalized when the new league year begins on March 12.