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.

George Kittle then reposted the photos online, tagging his wife, Claire Kittle, to ask her thoughts on the 49ers' post. "Claire Kittle, which is your favorite," George Kittle said. Claire Kittle then reposted the comment on social media, sharing her kind response to the question.

A person with knowledge of the trade tells The Associated Press the Washington Commanders have acquired wide receiver Deebo Samuel from the San Francisco 49ers, pending a physical, for a fifth-round p