The San Francisco 49ers are in a tough spot right now. They could either decide they're not going to trade away Deebo Samuel and risk losing him for free at the end of the season or cave in to his demands and find him a new home.
The talented WR/RB wants out of the Bay Area and according to reports, there's nothing the team can do to change his mind at this point.
Deebo Isn't Off The Table, Says Niners GM
But as much as the Niners would love to keep him around, the NFL is a business. And as such, they have the obligation to always look to make the deal that better suits the future of the franchise:
“We’ve been consistent since we’ve been here in that we listen on just about anyone. That’s something we’ll always do," Niners GM John Lynch told the media.Lynch Raves About Deebo Samuel
Lynch also raved about Samuel's story and how he broke out to become one of the best players in the league:
“He’s just too good of a player,” Lynch said. “You think of 2019, the 36th pick, to come up with someone like Deebo who, to me, has just been a game-changing player for our franchise. I’ve told Deebo this, I think he’s the perfect illustration. Herm Edwards used to talk about when will meets skill, you’ve got the opportunity to be special."Niners Got Nothing But Love For Him
Lynch said that Samuel has become a great member of the locker room and the community, which is why the team has nothing but praise and love for him despite his desire to leave:
"He’s got tremendous will, he’s a very talented player. I think by virtue of the way he plays, it’s inspiring and so, to me, that entails leadership," Lynch added. "Do you make people around you better? He checks that box. He’s a great teammate. And I think of things like prior to games, I get out there and he’s always throwing the ball with the fans. I think he’s been a great member of our community, so we’ve got nothing but love for him and nothing but appreciation for what he’s bought, but you just don’t let guys like that walk. I can’t envision a scenario where we would.”That pretty much means that any team that wants him will have to pay a steep price for his services.
They Want Two First-Rounders For Him
On that note, Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated believes that the Niners will ask for at least two first-round picks in return for Samuel.
Samuel is entering the final year of his rookie deal and is reportedly looking to sign an extension worth at least $ 25 million per year, so the Niners' asking price could drive most of his suitors away.
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