49ers sign Deebo Samuel, add running backs after injuries
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 9:05 AM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
The San Francisco 49ers announced the signing of Deebo Samuel on July 31, 2026. This comes after Samuel's trade to the Washington Commanders last year and addresses the team's need for wide receiver depth. Additionally, the 49ers are working out three running backs — Raheem Blackshear, Khalil Herbert, and Morgan Wright — following an injury to Jordan James. Defensive coordinator Raheem Morris is also implementing a significant scheme change, shifting to more varied defensive looks, which has been noted by players like quarterback Brock Purdy and cornerback Renardo Green.
- •Deebo Samuel returns to the 49ers after a trade last year.
- •Richard Pearsall may miss the entire 2026 season due to injury.
- •49ers hold workouts for running backs after Jordan James' injury.
- •Raheem Morris is overhauling the team's defensive schemes.
- •First week of 49ers training camp includes key practice dates.
- 9:05 AMYahoo Sports — 49ers News: Welcome back, Deebo Samuel!
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