49ers Grant Deebo Samuel Permission to Seek Trade

Deebo Samuel has formally requested a trade from the San Francisco 49ers, with the team granting him and his agent permission to seek potential trade partners. During exit meetings, Samuel expressed gratitude to the 49ers but emphasized that it was time for him to explore opportunities elsewhere. His performance in the 2024 season was disappointing, with career lows in several metrics, leading to speculation about his future with the team. The 49ers, who drafted Ricky Pearsall, may be looking to move on from Samuel as they prepare for a new direction. Despite a challenging season, Samuel's contract of $17.55 million for the upcoming year could attract interest from teams like the New England Patriots, who are in need of wide receiver talent. The dynamics between Samuel and the 49ers have shifted significantly, making a parting of ways seem inevitable as the offseason progresses.