"Peters hasn't revealed one way or another what he has planned with Samuel. The versatile offensive weapon is expected to test free agency, and a robust market could emerge. Some rumors suggest the Commanders are going to move on, but there are merits to bringing him back on a cost-effective deal as a complementary piece for quarterback Jayden Daniels."
"They now project Samuel to get $15.77 million per season on a two-year, $31.54 million deal. Even though it would only be the 25th-highest annual average salary for a wide receiver league-wide, it's high enough to give the Commanders reasons to pause."
"Samuel is well aware that this could be his last chance to get a lucrative extension, either in Washington or elsewhere. It's also his first time he's got the chance to experience free agency, so he'll take his time and consider all possibilities before deciding on the next move."
The Washington Commanders enter a crucial free agency period with general manager Adam Peters working to create salary-cap flexibility for the 2026 NFL Draft. Peters has begun re-signing lesser-known free agents to maintain depth and competition. However, the status of versatile wide receiver Deebo Samuel remains uncertain. Spotrac projects Samuel will command $15.77 million per season on a two-year, $31.54 million deal, ranking 25th among NFL wide receivers in annual average salary. While this represents a reasonable market rate, it may strain the Commanders' budget. Samuel, experiencing free agency for the first time, is expected to explore all options before making a decision. The team must quickly determine whether to retain him as a complementary piece for quarterback Jayden Daniels or pursue other free-agent targets.
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