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49ers sign Deebo Samuel after ongoing talks and Pearsall's injury

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 3:00 PM

Last updated Aug 1, 2026

49ers sign Deebo Samuel after ongoing talks and Pearsall's injury
Summary

The San Francisco 49ers signed Deebo Samuel on August 1, 2026, following weeks of discussions between the player and the team. Adam Schefter reports that the urgency to finalize the deal increased after Ricky Pearsall's injury raised concerns about his ability to play this season. The 49ers have shown strong interest in reuniting with Samuel, who was exploring options on the open market but did not receive substantial offers. The signing is expected to enhance the team's offensive capabilities.

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  • •Samuel's signing comes amid concerns over Pearsall's knee injury.
  • •Pearsall is currently consulting with doctors about his recovery.
  • •Discussions between Samuel and the 49ers had been ongoing for weeks.
  • •Samuel was evaluating other offers that did not materialize.
  • •The 49ers are looking to leverage Samuel's skills in their offense.
Latest Updates
  • 3:00 PMYahoo Sports — Adam Schefter: 49ers, Deebo Samuel have been talking for weeks
  • 3:00 PMNiners Nation — Adam Schefter: 49ers, Deebo Samuel have been talking for weeks - Niners Nation
What they're saying
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Adam Schefter says the 49ers and Samuel had been talking for weeks. Pearsall's injury expedited what was already coming.

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Adam Schefter says the 49ers and Samuel had been talking for weeks. Pearsall’s injury expedited what was already coming.

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