As the preseason draws close, the San Francisco 49ers debunk another mystery. The franchise sorts out the ongoing drama with star Deebo Samuel. It will keep him in the Bay Area for a few more years. After much anticipation throughout the offseason, California clinches a deal with their top athlete in a big money deal.
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The San Francisco 49ers had one of the most confusing offseasons ever. While QB Jimmy Garoppolo remains a subject to observation, they settled one of their lingering troubles with Deebo Samuel because of the overloaded work. The interest becomes more curious as the WR called for a trade. Nevertheless, both side were able to agree upon a deal.
The offseason went all-in for the WRs who got lucrative deals. Deebo Samuel became the latest domino to fall for a big-money contract. The star ‘wide back’ and the franchise have agreed to a three-year contract extension. As per Ian Rapoport, he will now receive up to $73.5 million, with $58.1 million guaranteed. The contract keeps him till 2025 when Deebo turns 29 years old.
As per Niners Wire, Deebo’s guaranteed salary is the second-highest ever for a wide receiver. Only DK Metcalf of Seattle is above him at $58.2. Samuel becomes the sixth highest-paid receiver with an annual average of $24.5 million. The top five comprise Tyreek Hill, Davante Adams, DeAndre Hopkins, Cooper Kupp, and A. J. Brown.
The #49ers and star weapon Deebo Samuel worked for months and get it done. He lands a huge deal — 3 year extension worth $73.5M max and $71.55M total. The guarantee is $58.1M. He’ll be 29 years old entering the last year of his deal with the potential for another massive one.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) July 31, 2022
The extension puts an end to Samuel’s turbulent relationship with the 49ers. The WR requested a trade in April, citing recompense for his exhaustive use in the offense. According to Ian Rapoport, the transaction was tough to fulfill, including both parties ‘totally rebuilding the relationship.’
AJ Brown slams Tennessee Titans following Deebo Samuel extension
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The offseason became lucrative for the WRs, and even Deebo seems to get his wish after a rocky ride. He is now a part of the WRs list getting new deals since March. However, not all wideouts could stay. Tyreek Hill, Davante Adams, and AJ Brown had to jump ship to make a good living. However, Brown’s recent tweet may reflect frustration with the Tennessee Titans, who did not put cash into keeping the WR.
Basically all 4 of us got the same contract and I’m the only one got traded… yeah keep believing it was me . Anywho Go Birds 🦅 #CarryOn
— AJ Brown (@1kalwaysopen_) August 1, 2022
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Because of a contract dispute, the Titans traded AJ Brown to Philadelphia Eagles on draft night for two 2022 draft choices. According to Albert Breer, he signed a four-year, $100 million contract with the Eagles. But he was determined to remain a Titan. Even though he did not get his wish, he could fly even higher as an Eagle.
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