The 49ers have already permitted Samuel and his agent, Tory Dandy, to seek a trade partner. The 29-year-old Pro Bowler admitted that it was a hard decision but he also has to move on and "do what's best" for his career.

The Pittsburgh Steelers may have just received troubling news about their chances of trading for 49ers WR Deebo Samuel.

One 49ers insider believes that San Francisco will actually cut WR Deebo Samuel instead of trading him this offseason.

San Francisco wants to move Deebo Samuel, but they won't want to eat that $31.6 million all in one season. Enter Dallas, which should be examining the viability of the receiver at $17.5 million in 2025.

The San Francisco 49ers and Deebo Samuel appear poised to go their separate ways, marking the likely end of their once-promising partnership.

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Deebo Samuel Sr.’s contract situation is making waves across the NFL, and it appears his time with the San Francisco 49ers could be coming to an end. While a trade remains the preferred outcome, some insiders believe San Francisco could be forced to release the star wide receiver instead.

Samuel’s trade market remains uncertain. While his YAC ability is still elite, teams considering acquiring him must weigh his overall regression and shifting offensive role before making a move. The post ESPN Pinpoints ‘Problem’ with 49ers Receiver Deebo Samuel appeared first on Heavy Sports.