Commanders' Deebo Samuel Gets $15.8 Million Contract Update in Free Agent Rankings

The 30-year-old wide receiver is a top free agent target despite a down year with Washington.

Mar. 10, 2026 at 6:03pm by Ben Kaplan

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Deebo Samuel, the former San Francisco 49ers star who was traded to the Washington Commanders last year, is now a free agent. According to contract analysis site Spotrac, Samuel has a market value of $15.8 million, making him the fifth-highest valued remaining free agent and the second-highest among wide receivers. However, the report notes that Samuel's unique playing style may not fit every offense, and the younger Packers free agent Romeo Doubs could end up commanding a bigger contract than Samuel despite being ranked lower.

Why it matters

Samuel is a dynamic playmaker, but his age and unorthodox playing style could make some teams hesitant to offer him a top-dollar contract. As a high-profile free agent, where Samuel lands will be closely watched, as he has the potential to significantly impact whichever offense he joins.

The details

In 2025, his first season with the Commanders, Samuel had 72 catches for 727 yards and 5 touchdowns, along with 17 rushes for 75 yards and another touchdown. While the Commanders struggled as a team, Samuel proved he can still be a productive receiver. However, his physical running style and versatility as both a receiver and runner may not fit every NFL offense.

  • Samuel was traded from the 49ers to the Commanders in 2025.
  • Samuel turned 30 years old in January 2026.

The players

Deebo Samuel

A 30-year-old wide receiver who spent his first six NFL seasons with the San Francisco 49ers before being traded to the Washington Commanders in 2025.

Romeo Doubs

A younger free agent wide receiver from the Green Bay Packers who is expected to command a bigger contract than the more experienced Samuel.

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What’s next

It remains to be seen which team will sign Samuel and how his unique playing style will fit with his new offense.

The takeaway

Samuel's free agency will be closely watched, as he has the potential to be a game-changing addition for whichever team signs him, but his age and playing style may make some teams hesitant to offer him a top-dollar contract.