Amid the buzz of this year’s NFL Draft, one of the major stories centered around the possibility of the 49ers trading their star wide receiver Deebo Samuel. Despite reports that the Pittsburgh Steelers were interested, they ultimately did not meet the 49ers’ asking price and Samuel remained with the team. Recently, Samuel confirmed that discussions about a potential trade had indeed taken place, but he is now focused on moving forward and improving with the team.
Despite speculation that the 49ers could trade Samuel in the near future to save money against the salary cap, it is unlikely to happen at this time. Samuel still has two years remaining on his three-year, $71.55 million contract extension that he signed in 2022. The 49ers are hopeful that this season will bring success and they are counting on their core players to make a significant impact.
Throughout all the trade rumors and uncertainty, Samuel has remained dedicated to his football career. He has participated in team activities like minicamp and voluntary OTA sessions, staying committed to preparing for the upcoming season. Samuel’s attitude has been centered on focusing on the present and giving his best effort on the field.
The 49ers are looking forward to ending their 30-year championship drought with a talented roster that includes several key players such as Samuel, Brandon Aiyuk, Jauan Jennings, Brock Purdy, George Kittle, Trent Williams, Kyle Juszczyk, Nick Bosa, Javon Hargrave, Charvarius Ward
