Former 49ers receiver Deebo Samuel is returning to San Francisco on a one-year contract worth up to $7 million, NFL Media's Ian Rapoport reported Thursday, citing sources. WATCH HERE WATCH HEREReunion: Free agent WR Deebo Samuel is signing back with the #49ers, sources say. pic.twitter.com/eGgs4jHdnr — Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) July 31, 2026After six seasons with the 49ers, Samuel was traded to the Washington Commanders in March 2025 after he requested to be moved. During the 2026 NFL season with Washington, Samuel caught 72 passes for 727 yards with five receiving touchdowns, plus 17 carries for 75 yards and a rushing score across 16 games before entering free agency. Now, Samuel will look to make a difference back where it all started.