The 49ers made two significant moves a year ago to prepare for life without Deebo Samuel.And, now, it appears that time has come for the organization to grant Samuel his wish and move in a different direction.The 49ers were looking ahead one season when they selected wide receiver Ricky Pearsall with the No. 31 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.Then, a protracted, drama-filled period came to an end just before the start of the 2024 regular season when the 49ers and wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk agreed to a five-year deal worth approximately $133 million through the 2028 season.San Francisco made it clear that Aiyuk had a future with the team, while Samuel's days as a highly paid player on the roster were numbered.But things did not exactly go as planned.The 49ers have some options at wide receiver returning in 2025, but they must also look to fortify the position with second-tier free agents and a possible mid-round draft pick.The player the 49ers rewarded with a big contract less than a year ago enters next season as one of the team's biggest question marks.Aiyuk's season lasted just seven games as he sustained tears to his ACL, MCL and other damage to his right knee. His season...
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