Overview
- Speaking to Sports Illustrated, Kittle referenced spending time with Samuel and suggested the 49ers could add “past friends,” stopping short of confirming any plans.
- Samuel is set to become an unrestricted free agent after a 2025 season in Washington with 802 scrimmage yards and six touchdowns, following his 2025 trade from San Francisco.
- San Francisco faces turnover at wide receiver, with Brandon Aiyuk expected to be released, Jauan Jennings headed to free agency, and Ricky Pearsall recovering from injuries.
- Christian McCaffrey said the locker room would welcome Samuel back, underscoring strong player support for a reunion.
- Analysis pegs Samuel as a complementary option with an estimated $13.3 million annual market value, noting reduced receiving efficiency in 2025 but potential special-teams value as a kickoff returner.