49ers sign Dre Greenlaw and Deebo Samuel for 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 7:25 AM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
The San Francisco 49ers have re-signed linebacker Dre Greenlaw and added wide receiver Deebo Samuel ahead of the 2026 NFL season. Greenlaw returns after a stint with the Denver Broncos, while Samuel joins after playing with the Washington Commanders last season. His addition comes as a response to Ricky Pearsall being placed on season-ending injured reserve due to a knee injury. Fullback Kyle Juszczyk expressed enthusiasm for their return, highlighting their physical play and leadership abilities within the team. Samuel also offered support to Pearsall while preparing to take on a significant role this season.
- •Greenlaw spent last season with the Denver Broncos.
- •Samuel joins after a productive season with the Washington Commanders.
- •Ricky Pearsall is out for the 2026 season due to a knee injury.
- •Kyle Juszczyk praised the leadership and physical style of Greenlaw and Samuel.
- •Samuel will need to step up in Pearsall's absence this season.
- 7:25 AMYahoo Sports — 49ers Get Blunt Message on Dre Greenlaw, Deebo Samuel Returns
"The San Francisco 49ers decided to bring back two familiar faces for the 2026 NFL season. Early in the offseason, the Niners signed Dre Greenlaw, who spent last season with the Denver Broncos.Meanwhile, early in training camp, the 49ers signed Deebo Samuel to offset the loss of Ricky Pearsall, who is out for the 2026 […] The post 49ers Get Blunt Message on Dre Greenlaw, Deebo Samuel Returns appeared first on HEAVY.
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