Deebo Samuel ready for opportunity after becoming free agent
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 22, 2026, 11:45 AM
Last updated Jul 22, 2026
Deebo Samuel is prepared to take on a new role as he remains a free agent after his contract with the Commanders ended in March. He expressed in a YouTube video that this period without a team has been challenging, but he remains optimistic about finding the right opportunity. Samuel emphasized that he is ready and eager to make an impact when given the chance, stating he is ‘overly prepared’ for future engagements. His past performance includes 42 touchdowns over six seasons with the 49ers and a total of 72 receptions for 727 yards with the Commanders last year, though those numbers reflect a decrease from his earlier output.
- •Deebo Samuel became a free agent in March after leaving the Commanders.
- •He has expressed readiness to play when the right opportunity arises.
- •Samuel scored 42 touchdowns playing for the 49ers over six seasons.
- •Last year, he had 72 receptions for 727 yards with the Commanders.
- •Training camps are opening across the league as veterans seek new opportunities.
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"While training camps start to open around the league, there are a number of notable veteran players still looking for places to play during the 2026 season.
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