49ers bring back Deebo Samuel on one-year deal after prior trade
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 5:09 PM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
The San Francisco 49ers reinstated wide receiver Deebo Samuel on a one-year deal on July 31 after trading him to the Washington Commanders last offseason. These discussions regarding a reunion have reportedly been ongoing for weeks due to concerns around Ricky Pearsall's knee injury. Samuel, who had 72 receptions for 727 yards last season, returns to bolster a receiving corps that could face depth issues. His role is expected to be significant as the 49ers navigate the upcoming season.
- •Samuel rejoins 49ers after being traded last offseason.
- •49ers signed Samuel on July 31 for one year.
- •Ongoing conversations between Samuel and the 49ers were reported.
- •Samuel caught 72 passes for 727 yards last season.
- •Ricky Pearsall's injury raised need for additional receivers.
- 5:09 PMYahoo Sports — 49ers reportedly interested in reuniting with All-Pro 'for weeks'
"The San Francisco 49ers signed an old friend on Thursday, but this plan wasn't just quickly thrown together at the last second.
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