General manager John Lynch on Wednesday said the team planned to release veteran defensive tackle Javon Hargrave with that designation. He did not say the same for Samuel, who is a popular trade candidate in pre-offseason speculation.

This might not be the news you want to here. Despite coming off the worst season of his career, the 49ers intend to bring Deebo Samuel back to the team in 2025.

GM John Lynch told reporters on Wednesday that he expects WR Deebo Samuel to be back with the team in 2025. “Deebo’s under contract… Yep, good player and he’s done a ton for this organization.

While John Lynch confirmed one veteran will be allowed to hit the open market this offseason with Javon Hargrave set to be released, the San Francisco 49ers general manager has no such plans to facilitate an exit for Deebo Samuel.

Trade chatter surfaces annually lately for the San Francisco 49ers involving Deebo Samuel. General manager John Lynch has heard the rumblings since after the 2021 season. The wide receiver remains a trending trade topic mostly for two reasons: His massive 2022 contract and failing to replicate his incredible 2021 season.