Deebo Samuel has requested a trade from the San Francisco 49ers, expressing the need to pursue opportunities best for his career. This decision followed a challenging conversation with head coach Kyle Shanahan. Despite Samuel's impressive past with the team and general manager John Lynch's supportive statements, the 49ers face potential financial penalties if they trade him before specific deadlines. Samuel's recent performance suffered due to injuries, leading to career lows in multiple statistics. The 49ers aim to retain talent, recently securing Brandon Aiyuk with a significant contract extension.
"It was a hard conversation to have with Kyle [Shanahan]... I have to do what's best. I'm more than thankful for the Niners giving me the opportunity..."
"Deebo is under contract. [He's] a good player and has done a ton for this organization..."
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