San Francisco 49ers stars Nick Bosa and Deebo Samuel are next in line when it comes to expecting a hefty extension from the organization, as both have significantly exceeded expectations en route to potentially becoming highly at their respective positions.
However, while the star players are both from the same class and could garner extensions following their third NFL season, there are some contractual differences between the two situations for the 49ers.
Nick Bosa
Bosa has certainly experienced a journey during his short NFL career, having battled through two ACL tears—his first in high school, second in 2020—and then a severe core muscle injury occurring during his last season of college, while continuing to excel when on the field, as he earned 15.5 sacks last season despite facing numerous double, and even triple, teams from defenses.
However, as Bosa was a first-round selection, he has a $17 million fifth-year option which the 49ers have already picked up, meaning that the organization still has two years left on his rookie contract.
Additionally, similar to his brother Joey Bosa, who waited till after he completed his fourth year in the NFL, the 24-year-old defensive end could bet on himself for a year in hopes of gaining an even higher salary and contract guarantees, although it comes at the risk of injury.
Bosa's contract is expected to be one of the largest in NFL history for a defensive lineman, especially after Pittsburgh Steelers edge T.J. Watt earned a $28 million average annual value(AAV) on his extension prior to last year, and the 49ers may be better off doing a deal sooner than later.
Bosa's prior injury risks could propel the two sides to negotiate toward a contract extension this offseason, but his dominant play while healthy, including his 15.5-sack season last year coming off an ACL tear, could also incentivize the 2019 first-rounder to wait a season, given that the extension wouldn't kick in immediately.
Deebo Samuel
Samuel is in an entirely different situation contractually, as he was a second-round pick, meaning that his rookie deal does not include the coveted fifth-year option, allowing Samuel to hit free agency in 2023 following the conclusion of his current four-year deal.
Additionally, Samuel has made significantly less money in his career, as his rookie deal is worth $7.2 million over four years, whereas Nick Bosa's deal is worth $33.5 million over the four years, including a near-$22.5 million signing bonus, as well as the fully-guaranteed fifth-year option of $17.8 million.
With a lack of contract guarantees on his current deal, Samuel and the 49ers are certainly looking toward an extension this offseason, along with fellow fourth-year receivers Terry McLaurin and D.K. Metcalf with their respective teams.
Earlier this week, ESPN's Jeremy Fowler reported that the star receiver has not rescinded his trade request officially from the 49ers, which could leave a sour taste in fans' mouths, however; Fowler admitted that the last piece of relevant information was Samuel reporting to training camp, unlike his fellow fourth-year receivers seeking an extension, indicating that the relationship has turned for the better, if it hadn't been already.
Be it this offseason or next, Nick Bosa and Deebo Samuel should remain 49ers for seasons to come with significant extensions, placing them amongst the highest-paid players at their respective positions.
49ers signing WR Deebo Samuel to a 3-year contract extension worth up to $73.5 million
By David Bonilla
Jul 31
The drama is finally over. The San Francisco 49ers are signing wide receiver Deebo Samuel to a three-year, $71.55 million contract extension, per ESPN's Adam Schefter. The deal reportedly includes $58.1 million in guaranteed money and will keep him with the team through the 2025 season. Samuel will earn at least $23.85 million annually, ranking eighth among wide receivers.
49ers are giving Deebo Samuel a three-year,$71.55 million extension, including $58.1 million guaranteed, per sources.— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter)
How does 49ers WR Deebo Samuel's contract rank against other NFL WRs?
By Rohan Chakravarthi
Jul 31
San Francisco 49ers receiver Deebo Samuel finally agreed to an extension with the organization, getting a three-year, $71.55 million deal worth up to $73.5 million with $58.1 million guaranteed.
The new deal now keeps Samuel with the 49ers through 2025, as he still has another year remaining on his rookie deal.
How does Samuel's deal rank against other receivers who earned extensions this offseason, especially the other fourth-year receivers who received deals as well?
Fellow fourth-year receivers A.J. Brown, D.K. Metcalf, and Terry McLaurin all signed extensions
Deebo Samuel's contract extension with 49ers includes these incentives for rushing yards
By David Bonilla
Aug 1
Deebo Samuel officially put pen to paper on Monday morning, signing a three-year deal reportedly worth $71.55 million with a maximum value of $73.5 million, including $58.167 million that will become fully guaranteed on April 1, 2023.
RELATED: Details emerge on 49ers WR Deebo Samuel's 3-year extension
What's the deal with the $1.95 million in incentives? ESPN's Adam Schefter provided some details. Samuel can earn the extra money by hitting a specific mark in rushing yards each season. That means the 49ers could continue using Samuel as a part-time running back in Kyle Shanahan's offense, which the head coach said was not off the table on
Deebo Speaks: 49ers' Samuel discusses contract extension, offseason drama
By David Bonilla
Aug 2
The last time Deebo Samuel spoke to the media publicly was in Los Angeles during the week leading to Super Bowl 56. Since then, he removed San Francisco 49ers-related photos from his Instagram account, requested to be traded, and generated a lot of offseason media chatter.
On Monday, Samuel officially signed a massive three-year extension that will keep him with the Niners through 2025. His media drought ended a day later. The wide receiver was among the players who spoke with reporters after Tuesday's practice.
"Besides the money, I just love the game," Samuel said after being asked what his new deal means to him. "I love being out here. I love this team, the coaching staff, and what we have here as an organization."
Samuel added: "Once I got the
