49ers DC Raheem Morris reflects on Deebo Samuel's return to San Francisco
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 1:55 PM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
Raheem Morris, the defensive coordinator of the San Francisco 49ers, spoke candidly about working with Deebo Samuel, who recently returned to the team. Morris admitted to having a strong dislike for Samuel during their matchups when he coached the Rams and Falcons. He highlighted Samuel's versatility as a playmaker and noted how challenging it was to defend against him. With Samuel now on the same side, Morris expressed his excitement about utilizing the receiver's skills in their offensive schemes. The 49ers will look to maximize Samuel’s contributions this upcoming season.
- •Raheem Morris was previously defensive coordinator for the Rams and Falcons.
- •Samuel has been a consistent challenge for Morris's defenses.
- •Morris described Samuel as highly versatile and competitive.
- •Samuel's skills include rushing and receiving, impacting game plans.
- •The 49ers aim to leverage Samuel’s abilities this season.
- 5:30 PMYahoo Sports — One 49ers coach hated Deebo Samuel for 'so long'
- 1:55 PMYahoo Sports — ‘Hated Him for So Long’ — 49ers DC Raheem Morris Gets 100% Real on Deebo Samuel Sr.’s Return to San Francisco
"Across seven seasons in the NFL, Deebo Samuel has developed a knack for making others look foolish on the football field. That includes Raheem Morris, the new defensive coordinator on the San Francisco 49ers, whom Samuel recently rejoined after injuries struck.
"Raheem Morris has taken over as 49ers defensive coordinator, and now he gets to be on the same team as Deebo Samuel instead of preparing to face him.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 2, 2026, 5:30 PMOne 49ers coach hated Deebo Samuel for 'so long'
Raheem Morris has taken over as 49ers defensive coordinator, and now he gets to be on the same team as Deebo Samuel instead of preparing to face him.
- Yahoo SportsAug 2, 2026, 1:55 PM‘Hated Him for So Long’ — 49ers DC Raheem Morris Gets 100% Real on Deebo Samuel Sr.’s Return to San Francisco
Across seven seasons in the NFL, Deebo Samuel has developed a knack for making others look foolish on the football field. That includes Raheem Morris, the new defensive coordinator on the San Francisco 49ers, whom Samuel recently rejoined after injuries struck.
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