Now that the 49ers have made arrangements to trade away star wide receiver Deebo Samuel, could the son of a San Francisco legend — who recently beefed with Samuel — be next in line to step up for the red and gold?

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After weeks of speculation, Deebo Samuel has a new NFL home. The former 49ers wide receiver is headed to the Commanders. And while some question what type of player he is at this point, there are several reasons why Washington is the perfect environment to unlock the best from the former All-Pro.

Even if the game-breaking wide receiver doesn’t perform as he did during his impressive 2021 season, he’s still a useful addition to Washington’s offense.

A person with knowledge of the trade tells The Associated Press the Washington Commanders have acquired wide receiver Deebo Samuel from the San Francisco 49ers, pending a physical, for a fifth-round pick.

The San Francisco 49ers and Washington Commanders have struck a deal, sending Deebo Samuel to the DMV for a fifth round pick.

After sending Deebo Samuel to the Washington Commanders, the San Francisco 49ers may need some help in replacing the production they are losing at the position. Luckily, the 2025 NFL Draft is a few months away,

The Washington Commanders acquired wide receiver Deebo Samuel from the San Francisco 49ers. What did everyone think of deal?

After requesting trade, one-time star wide receiver Deebo Samuel gets wish and leaving 49ers for a fifth-round draft pick

Deebo Samuel was traded from the San Francisco 49ers to the Washington Commanders, opening up the door for a new top receiving option on Kyle Shanahan’s team. Samuel had long been the subject of constant trade rumors in recent years.