Deebo Samuel's free agency draws little interest, raising questions
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 18, 2026, 11:19 PM
Last updated Jul 18, 2026
Deebo Samuel remains without a team following his departure from the Washington Commanders after a mixed 2025 season. NFL insider Mike Florio noted the lack of interest in Samuel, questioning his contract demands and recent performance. Samuel played 16 games last year, recording 72 receptions for 727 yards and five touchdowns. The Commanders are shifting focus toward younger talent at the receiver position, with Luke McCaffrey and Antonio Williams poised to step up. A return to the team is possible but currently seems unlikely as they prepare for the 2026 campaign.
- •Deebo Samuel played for the Washington Commanders last season.
- •He recorded 72 catches, 727 yards, and five touchdowns in 2025.
- •Samuel's contract demands may hinder interest from potential teams.
- •The Commanders are focusing on younger players like McCaffrey and Williams.
- •Samuel's future remains unclear as he seeks a new team.
- 11:19 PMYahoo Sports — NFL Insider Calls Ex-Commanders WR Deebo Samuel’s Free Agency Situation ‘Confusing’
"Deebo Samuel hasn't received much interest in free agency this offseason after parting ways with the Washington Commanders, and Mike Florio doesn't understand why that's the case. The post NFL Insider Calls Ex-Commanders WR Deebo Samuel’s Free Agency Situation ‘Confusing’ appeared first on HEAVY.
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