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The San Francisco 49ers returned to the practice field on Friday for the team's final on-field session before hosting the Detroit Lions in the NFC Championship Game on Sunday. Wide receiver Deebo Samuel, who did not practice on Wednesday due to a shoulder injury but was a limited participant on Thursday, practiced for the second consecutive day.
Deebo Samuel back practicing for the #49ers… And they played @Eminem 's "lose yourself" - musical fun ahead of Championship Sunday pic.twitter.com/gfktnUyBFU
While Friday's sessions are usually the lightest of the week, Samuel's continued involvement instills confidence within the building that the receiver could be healthy enough to suit up against the Lions.
Watched Deebo Samuel during the first two periods of practice. He caught two balls over his head and otherwise looked like he was fine. It's looking very much like he'll play on Sunday. The question will be contact – how much will his shoulder be able to take.
Samuel's injury forced him to exit last weekend's playoff game against the Green Bay Packers, and the 49ers offense struggled for much of the matchup without the star receiver in the lineup.
Fortunately, quarterback Brock Purdy orchestrated a 69-yard game-winning touchdown drive during the closing minutes, leading the 49ers to a 24-21 victory and advancing the team to the NFC Championship Game.
"I think [it's] very much a fluid situation," general manager John Lynch said on Thursday. "It's the NFC Championship, though, and I can promise you this: Deebo is going to be doing everything he can, and he'll be wanting to play by the end."
The 49ers will release their official game status report after practice.
Does 49ers QB Brock Purdy need Brandon Aiyuk and Deebo Samuel for success?
By David Bonilla
May 15
Rumors circulated before and during the 2024 NFL Draft about the possibility of the San Francisco 49ers losing one of their top two wide receivers—Brandon Aiyuk or Deebo Samuel. Such a scenario could have significantly impacted the team's success in the upcoming season and posed a potential blow for quarterback Brock Purdy, who has thrived alongside the dynamic duo on the field.
However, none of these speculations came to fruition. Both Aiyuk and Samuel remain on the roster, at least for another season, though their future beyond that remains uncertain.
Aiyuk is seeking a contract extension that would position him among the highest-paid wide receivers in the NFL. At the same time, Samuel already commands a significant salary following a deal rework in 2022.
49ers will host Saints in preseason, hold joint practices in Irvine
By David Bonilla
May 14
The San Francisco 49ers will once again engage in joint practices with a preseason opponent, a tradition they've upheld for several years. According to Jeff Duncan of NOLA.com, this year's partner will be the New Orleans Saints, one of the team's preseason opponents.
The Saints will learn quickly how good they are in 2024. Their joint practices in training camp are against one of the top teams in the league…Here's who the Saints will be playing in their first 2 preseason games of 2024 https://t.co/dhVBY26Z9w— Jeff Duncan (@JeffDuncan_)
49ers won't play on Thanksgiving or Christmas Day in 2024
By David Bonilla
May 15
The San Francisco 49ers escaped having to play a game on Christmas Day for the second consecutive season. According to Jordan Schultz, the two matchups on December 25 will showcase the Kansas City Chiefs against the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Baltimore Ravens against the Houston Texans.
Both games will be exclusively broadcast on Netflix.
Full recap:#Chiefs vs #Steelers and
Netflix Will Be the Home to Live NFL Games This Christmas Day
By Site Staff
May 15
The following press release was provided by NFL Communications.
NEW YORK — Netflix has an early Christmas gift for you – but it won't fit under the tree. On Dec. 25, 2024, Netflix will be the global home of the NFL's two Christmas Day marquee games. And mark your calendar for Christmas Day in 2025 and 2026 when Netflix will be streaming at least one holiday game each year as part of this three-season deal.
Netflix has been playing ball with the NFL for a couple of years now beginning with the hit series "Quarterback" in 2023. This summer, "Receiver" is set to premiere on Netflix and will follow five of the NFL's best pass catchers through their 2023 season on and off the field: Davante Adams (Las Vegas Raiders), Justin
