Los Angeles Chargers linked to major trade for 49ers star

Could the Los Angeles Chargers try to complete a big trade for this San Francisco 49ers star?

Dec 30, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel Sr. (1) during the game against the Detroit Lions at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images | Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images

It became abundantly clear during the Los Angeles Chargers' playoff loss to the Houston Texans that they need more weapons.

Right now, Justin Herbert has Ladd McConkey and not a whole lot elsec at his disposal, so it would be nice if the Chargers went out and acquired some pieces this offseason.

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Los Angeles has the cap room to add at least one pass-catcher in free agency, and it may also be able to swign a trade for a big-name playmaker.

Bleacher Report's Kristopher Knox ran down some possibilities for the Chargers, and he views San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel as a potential trade addition.

"Bringing back wide receiver Keenan Allen, who was traded to the Chicago Bears last offseason, could also make sense. So could trading for a receiver, if a player like Christian Kirk or Deebo Samuel becomes available at the onset of free agency," Knox wrote.

Here's the deal with Samuel: there is also a possibility that he gets cut, so whether or not Los Angeles would part with a draft pick to land him remains to be seen.

But if the 49ers decide not to release Samuel, he could absolutely represent a possible trade piece, and in that case, the Chargers may be wise to pursue him.

The 29-year-old is not a No. 1 receiver, but he is a unique weapon who possesses the ability to both catch passes and make plays out of the backfield.

In 2024, Samuel logged 51 catches for 670 yards and three touchdowns while rushing for 136 yards and a score in what was a down year for the veteran.

Samuel has one Pro Bowl appearance under his belt and definitely has a whole lot of experience to bring to the table for the Bolts.

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