The San Francisco 49ers traded Deebo Samuel to the Washington Commanders this offseason. Quarterback Brock Purdy detailed how the wideout embraced him when he took over in 2022. 

Deebo Samuel's exit forced San Francisco teammates to grapple with their new reality. In the end, instead of crying because it was over, one fellow 49ers star could smile because of the time they'd shared.

Washington Commanders QB Jayden Daniels couldn't help but smile when envisioning his first season with Deebo Samuel, saying he's excited to throw a screen pass to the WR for a long touchdown where he doesn't "have to do any of the work."

Dan Quinn was reminded during offseason workouts just how difficult Deebo Samuel can be to contend with. 

Minicamps have fueled talk of potential breakouts and bounce-back seasons around the NFL. With that in mind, Marc Ross spotlights seven players he guarantees will improve in 2025.

Can Geno Smith give the Raiders some stability to start the Pete Carroll era? Will Deebo Samuel make the Commanders unstoppable? Tom Blair ranks the eleven traded players who will have the biggest impact on the 2025 NFL season. 

Ahead of the 2025 NFL schedule release, NFL.com analysts provide their most anticipated Week 1 debuts. Which players or coaches are they most excited to see?

Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels took the world by storm his rookie season. He's well aware that he'll catch no one unaware in Year 2, and he's motivated to stay ahead of the curve as opposing defenses adjust to a full season's worth of his tape.

Will Deebo Samuel significantly boost Washington's offense? Did the Commanders make an even bigger deal to help quarterback Jayden Daniels? Kevin Patra grades each side of the most notable player trades thus far in the 2025 NFL offseason.

Deebo Samuel is out to prove the faith the Washington Commanders have in him is well-placed following his trade from San Francisco. 

In this edition of The First Read, Jeffri Chadiha scans all the action from the 2025 NFL offseason and identifies the top 10 moves thus far. Which teams have made the best decisions over the past few months?

NFL.com keeps you up to date with all of the latest league news from around the NFL. Visit NFL.com's transaction hub for a daily breakdown.

The opening wave of free agency was indeed frenzied, providing significant splashes while revealing team-building strategies across the league. Marc Ross, our resident front office guru, spotlights the moves that caught his eye.

The San Francisco 49ers traded Deebo Samuel to the Washington Commanders, fulfilling the wideout's desire to move on. 

The 49ers dumped Deebo Samuel and his contract for a fifth-round pick, but the veteran receiver insists he harbors no ill will toward his now-former club.

The San Francisco 49ers are open to trading wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported on NFL Network during Saturday's broadcast of the 2025 Scouting Combine.

The San Francisco 49ers are trading wide receiver Deebo Samuel to the Washington Commanders for a fifth-round pick, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported.

49ers general manager John Lynch confirmed negotiations are underway for a Brock Purdy extension and that the club is exploring trading Deebo Samuel when he spoke Wednesday at the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine.

With Deebo Samuel's time in San Francisco appearing to wind down, star tight end George Kittle spoke on how the 49ers offense will have to adjust without the dynamic wide receiver. 

Could the Saints move on from Derek Carr? Will the Seahawks bid farewell to Tyler Lockett? Matt Okada examines possible candidates to be released from NFC teams as plans come into focus for the 2025 NFL season.

Niners' star wide receiver Deebo Samuel, a linchpin of their offense since 2019, might have played his last down in San Francisco. NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reports the 49ers are expected to explore trading Samuel this offseason.

On first glance, the 49ers' 2024 season was a dramatic failure. That might incite panic in Santa Clara. Not for John Lynch and Kyle Shanahan, though; they found plenty of reason for encouragement amid a trying season.

NFL.com keeps you up to date with all of the latest league news from around the NFL. Visit NFL.com's transaction hub for a daily breakdown.

NFL.com's Coral Smith breaks down four things to watch for when the San Francisco 49ers host the Detroit Lions on Monday night.

How will Broncos rookie Bo Nix fare against the Bengals? Can Colts RB Jonathan Taylor replicate his prolific outing from last week? Our analysts provide bold predictions for Week 17 of the 2024 NFL season.

"GMFB" picks which player is going to have a 'glow up' in 2025.

"GMFB" debates will wide receiver Deebo Samuel channel his San Francisco 49ers productivity with the Washington Commanders.

"GMFB" picks which quarterback and wide receiver are you excited to see in 2025.

"Good Morning Football" selects which quarterback, running back, wide receiver, and defender they would want on their own flag football team.

"GMFB" debate what will wide receiver Deebo Samuel be for the Washington Commanders.

NFL Network analyst Bucky Brooks compares the game play of Missouri Tigers wide receiver Luther Burden III to Washington Commanders wide receiver Deebo Samuel on "Path to the Draft".

Wide receiver Deebo Samuel Sr. on why he joined Washington Commanders: 'I like winners'.

Watch every touchdown by wide receiver Deebo Samuel in his career with 49ers.

Watch the best plays made by wide receiver Deebo Samuel Sr. in his career so far.

"GMFB" reacts to the Washington Commanders trading for wide receiver Deebo Samuel from the San Francisco 49ers.

NFL Network's Ian Rapoport: Washington Commanders acquire wide receiver Deebo Samuel Sr. in trade with San Francisco 49ers.

San Francisco 49ers GM John Lynch talks quarterback Brock Purdy negotiations, wide receiver Deebo Samuel's trade availability.

NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reporting the 49ers expected to explore trade with wide receiver Deebo Samuel.

Watch the 10 best highlight plays made by the San Francisco 49ers in the 2024 NFL Season.

Watch the highlights of San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel Sr. during the 2024 NFL season.

Watch the longest play made by every teams' offense from the 2024 regular season.

San Franicsco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel follows convoy of blockers on 5-yard touchdown.

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel dashes through Miami Dolphins' defense for 27-yard catch and run in fourth quarter.

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel dekes a Miami Dolphin on 17-yard catch that finishes inside red zone.

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel wows Jim Nantz on 16-yard touchdown vs. Miami Dolphins.

The "NFL Fantasy Live" crew discuss the players you should panic about in Week 16.

NFL Network's Tom Pelissero, Ian Rapoport forecast numbers for San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy's next NFL contract.

The Los Angeles Rams take on the San Francisco 49ers on TNF in week 15 of the 2024 NFL season.

Check out every teams' best play from Week 13 of the 2024 NFL Season.

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel once again showcases his kick return prowess on a 42-yard return.