Deebo Samuel remains unsigned as former 49ers teammates push for a reunion

Veteran wide receiver Deebo Samuel, who spent six seasons with the San Francisco 49ers before a year with the Washington Commanders, is still a free agent heading into the 2026 season. No team has publicly shown interest, and insiders note that his market value has dropped sharply from earlier projections of $15 million per year.

Former 49ers teammates Kyle Juszczyk and George Kittle have publicly invited Samuel back, posting messages about a guest house reserved for him. 49ers analyst Grant Cohn also suggested the team could sign Samuel early in training camp if he remains available, citing the team's recent need at receiver after the Brandon Aiyuk situation. Despite the enthusiasm from former colleagues, the broader NFL market appears quiet, leaving Samuel’s next destination uncertain.