49ers sign Deebo Samuel, enter rare roster age territory in NFL

The San Francisco 49ers signed Deebo Samuel to a one-year deal worth up to $7 million on July 30. This move allows the team to potentially start five skill position players aged 30 or older in a single game, a feat accomplished by only three teams in the Super Bowl era. Samuel returns to the 49ers after a season with the Commanders, where he recorded 72 catches for 727 yards and five touchdowns. His addition comes in light of injuries affecting other receivers, as San Francisco continues to build on an already experienced roster heading into the 2026 season.

• 2:00 AMYahoo Sports — 49ers join rare company after Deebo Samuel signing