49ers Beat: WR Deebo Samuel won't be focal point of offense

Aug 03, 2026

It's safe to assume Deebo Samuel won't be a focal point of the offensive unit like he once was. Instead, expect the Niners to lean on his versatility and hope that his threat can open things up for their other playmakers.

"When the ball is in Deebo's hands, there's a lot of special things he can do," 49ers assistant head coach Chris Foerster said. "You find as many different ways to get the ball in his hands so he can impact the game in a special way."

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Samuel's role in the offense will be a work in progress based on how those around him fare, how he performs in camp and which other wideouts are healthy, the story went on to say. Samuel will definitely take on kick return duties, something he did in important spots during his first stint with the team but will now do full time, the story added.

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Dolphins Beat: Malik Washington is top target in camp

Joe Schad on X

2 hours ago

Malik Washington is clearly Malik Willis #1 target in the Miami Dolphins offense at this time

Related players: Chris Bell, Caleb Douglas, Jalen Tolbert, Tutu Atwell

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Schad added they had a great connection on display this morning at camp. It's worth noting because someone will need to catch the ball for the Dolphins this season, despite missing a big-time WR name on the roster. Schad added Washington could end up the 1A or 1B when Bell is back, but either way it seems Washington should be poised for a big role in the offense.

Giants Beat: TE Isaiah Likely looks like the second option

SNY

3 hours ago

Isaiah Likely is more of a utility weapon than a traditional tight end. The Giants move him throughout the formation, and he has displayed clear early chemistry with Dart. Likely attacks all three levels of the defense, and the Giants appear intent on featuring him.

You hope a receiver steps up. In the meantime, Likely appears to be the No. 2 option behind Malik Nabers.

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We rank Likely 11th among our TEs and the potential is certainly there for him to finish in that range, making him a potential target later in drafts if you're waiting on the position or just lookin for a quality backup. John Paulsen points out that in the 19 career games where Likely's played at least 40 snaps, he has averaged 3.5-42-0.53, or 9.1 fantasy points per game, which are low-end TE1 numbers.

Cardinals Beat: Jeremiyah Love, Tyler Allgeier will split RB1 work

AZCardinals.com

3 hours ago

Jeremiyah Love was listed as the No. 2 running back on the initial depth chart of the season, causing a mini-uproar on social media. But Love ended up being the first running back taking snaps with the starters when 11-on-11 started on Sunday.

Related players: Tyler Allgeier

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Writer Darren Urban added that Allgeier still got plenty of work with the first team, and, was sure to point out he feels Love and Allgeier are going to split RB1 duties, regardless of what the depth chart says. While it may be frustrating to hear for Love owners, it shouldn't be a surprise. Allgeier was a very effective back in that role alongside Bijan Robinson last season in Atlanta. Allgeier makes for a nice target later in drafts for those taking the Zero RB approach.