49ers add pass catchers Deebo Samuel, Josiah DeGuara, Trenton Irwin

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Last updated Jul 31, 2026

49ers add pass catchers Deebo Samuel, Josiah DeGuara, Trenton Irwin
Summary

The San Francisco 49ers signed wide receiver Deebo Samuel to a one-year, $7 million deal on July 30, bringing him back after he spent the 2025 season with the Washington Commanders. In addition, the team added tight end Josiah DeGuara and wide receiver Trenton Irwin to one-year contracts on July 31. DeGuara spent the previous season with the Arizona Cardinals, while Irwin has not played in an NFL game since 2024. The recent signings come after injuries impacted the team’s receiver depth, particularly with Ricky Pearsall dealing with a PCL injury that may require surgery.

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  • Deebo Samuel returns to the 49ers after a year with the Commanders.
  • Josiah DeGuara and Trenton Irwin signed one-year deals on July 31.
  • Irwin has not played in the NFL since 2024.
  • Samuel caught 72 passes for 727 yards last season.
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  • 5:02 PMYahoo Sports49ers sign two more pass catchers on Friday after Deebo Samuel addition
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The Niners are adding more pass catching depth.

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