Commanders Acquire Deebo Samuel, Restructure Contract for 2025 Season

Washington guarantees $17 million for the wide receiver in a 'prove-it' year after trading a fifth-round pick to the 49ers.

Deebo Samuel officially joins the Washington Commanders after being traded from the San Francisco 49ers for a fifth-round pick.
The Commanders restructured Samuel's contract, guaranteeing $17 million for 2025 with an additional $3 million in performance-based incentives.
Samuel is expected to serve as the No. 2 wide receiver behind Terry McLaurin, supporting quarterback Jayden Daniels in a pivotal season.
Washington opted for a short-term deal, using 2025 to evaluate Samuel's performance before considering a long-term extension.
Samuel expressed motivation to repay the Commanders' trust, citing their strong roster and proximity to his South Carolina roots as key reasons for joining.