Since the trade was reported, Samuel posted a farewell video highlighting his time with the 49ers. Multiple teammates have reacted to the trade, including All-Pro tight end George Kittle, who commented on the post with a salute emoji and red heart emoji.

Versatile wide receiver Deebo Samuel will be playing his football in the nation’s capital next season after the San Francisco 49ers agreed to trade him to the Washington Commanders for a fifth-round draft pick.

Deebo Samuel’s impending trade to Washington leaves the 49ers in need of another play-making wide receiver either in next week’s free agency or next month’s draft.