49ers' Deebo Samuel Seeks Trade Amid Injury Issues

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel has requested a trade, and the team has granted him permission to seek potential suitors. This decision follows a decline in Samuel's performance due to injuries, with his production dropping significantly since his breakout 2021 season. Despite his past success, analysts speculate the 49ers may only receive a modest return in a trade, possibly a Day 3 draft pick, especially given the crowded receiver market and Samuel's contract situation. Former NFL star Chad Johnson cautioned Samuel about leaving the 49ers, suggesting he may not find a better situation elsewhere. The trade request has shifted the 49ers' offseason priorities, necessitating a focus on bolstering their wide receiver depth. As teams evaluate their options, the 49ers might find more interest in Samuel following the free agency outcomes of other receivers like Tee Higgins.