Samuel’s trade market remains uncertain. While his YAC ability is still elite, teams considering acquiring him must weigh his overall regression and shifting offensive role before making a move. The post ESPN Pinpoints ‘Problem’ with 49ers Receiver Deebo Samuel appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Samuel's decline is so significant and his contract is so bad that the 49ers actually might have to send a team draft picks to get them to take Samuel.

The San Francisco 49ers are living in the aftermath of Deebo Samuel's trade request, leading to ESPN listing the Pittsburgh Steelers and Baltimore Ravens as potential suitors

ESPN's Bill Barnwell recently analyzed 17 wide receivers available via free agency or trade. Among them is San Francisco 49ers wideout Deebo Samuel, who requested a trade in January.