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Deebo Samuel responds to 'mascot' comment, receives apology from Acho

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 22, 2026, 12:39 PM

Last updated Jul 22, 2026

Deebo Samuel responds to 'mascot' comment, receives apology from Acho
Summary

Deebo Samuel addressed Emmanuel Acho's remark calling him a "glorified mascot," responding directly on X. Acho quickly apologized, calling his comment "wildly disrespectful" and clarified that he aimed to highlight Samuel's exciting style of play. The exchange was part of a larger discussion regarding Samuel's free agency status, with training camps now underway. Samuel remains unsigned as questions about his fit on the 49ers continue.

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  • •Deebo Samuel confronted Emmanuel Acho on social media.
  • •Acho apologized, admitting his comment was disrespectful.
  • •Acho clarified his intent was to praise Samuel's energy.
  • •Samuel is currently unsigned as training camps begin.
  • •Discussion about Samuel's fit with the 49ers persists.
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  • 12:39 PMYahoo Sports — Deebo Samuel claps back at 'mascot' comment, gets a public apology
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Deebo Samuel laughed at the idea that he's a "glorified mascot."

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