Deebo Samuel was ‘washed' and ‘fat' but now he's a top 49ers receiver again
Is this the same old Deebo Samuel, or something more? In his 49ers return, the veteran is proving to be exactly what they need, a WR with elite speed and the drive to dismiss doubters.
Seven years ago, San Francisco 49ers rookie wide receiver Deebo Samuel made a poor first impression by showing up to rookie minicamp out of shape. In response, his receivers coach, Wes Welker, pushed him through daily 6 a.m. runs and sprints in the days that followed. Today, Samuel is 30 years old and has proven himself to be a key contributor for the Super Bowl-winning 49ers.
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