Deebo Samuel’s Bold Claim: Is He Really Not Getting the Ball Enough Against the Rams?
Deebo Samuel expressed frustration over his lack of touches ahead of a crucial game against the Rams, raising questions about his role in the 49ers’ offense.
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San Francisco: Deebo Samuel, the 49ers wide receiver, recently vented on X about not getting enough passes. With the Rams coming to town for a big NFC West matchup, his comments have stirred up some buzz.
It’s not unusual for receivers to feel underutilized, but Deebo’s tweet, where he insisted he’s “not struggling at all just not getting the ball!!!!!!!,” adds a spicy twist to the upcoming game.
This season, he’s averaging six touches per game, which is down from previous years. He’s also not making the most of his opportunities, with only 40 catches for 553 yards so far.
After a stellar 2021 season where he racked up impressive stats, his performance has dipped. He’s only managed 32 rushing attempts for 92 yards this year, which is pretty low for a player of his caliber.
His recent struggles are even more glaring with key teammates like Christian McCaffrey and Brandon Aiyuk sidelined due to injuries. The 49ers have had a rough patch, losing three games in a row before finally bouncing back against the Bears.
Even though he deleted the tweet, Deebo stood by his words when talking to reporters, admitting he was frustrated. Coach Kyle Shanahan and quarterback Brock Purdy downplayed the situation, suggesting it’s just Deebo being himself.
Shanahan acknowledged that they want to get him the ball more, while Purdy noted that sometimes players just don’t get the touches they expect due to game plans and defenses.
As the 49ers gear up to face the Rams, they’ll need Deebo to step up. Both teams are fighting for playoff spots, and every game counts. Samuel has had mixed results against L.A., but he’s capable of big plays when it matters.
Shanahan also mentioned that he prefers to keep things in-house and not let social media stir up distractions. Deebo, for his part, clarified that his comments weren’t aimed at his teammates, trying to keep the peace.
With the stakes high, it’ll be interesting to see how this all plays out on the field.