Deebo Samuel's Future: 49ers Reunion Talk and Steelers Interest

Wide receiver Deebo Samuel, a former first‑team All‑Pro who helped the San Francisco 49ers reach Super Bowl LVIII, has become the focus of renewed speculation about his next team. Fans on X voted 54% in favor of a 49ers comeback, and team mates Kyle Juszczyk and George Kittle have publicly expressed openness to his return. Samuel posted on Instagram, “Let the chips fall where they may,” adding to the discussion.

At the same time, analysts such as Bleacher Report’s Kristopher Knox have highlighted the Pittsburgh Steelers as a logical landing spot. The Steelers, after adding veteran Michael Pittman Jr. and rookie Germie Bernard, could use Samuel’s dual‑receiver‑and‑rusher skill set for depth and ground‑game versatility. Samuel finished the 2024 season with 72 receptions for 727 yards, five touchdowns, and 75 rushing yards with one rushing score for the Washington Commanders. His career totals include 406 receptions for 5,519 yards and 27 receiving touchdowns, plus 1,218 rushing yards and 21 rushing scores.

Both the 49ers and the Steelers are evaluating Samuel’s value, with the former reshaping its receiver corps through new signings and the draft, while the latter considers him a potential playoff‑depth option.