This week, Deebo Samuel is still someone to keep an eye on. During the NFC Divisional Round game against Green Bay on Saturday night, the dynamic wide receiver for the San Francisco 49ers sustained a shoulder injury.
Earlier this week, head coach Kyle Shanahan tried to allay concerns about the prolific Samuel. In essence, he claimed that the team would keep tracking it on a “day-to-day” basis. Wednesday has arrived, and things still haven’t changed for the better.
Samuel’s condition remains unchanged, as he did not practice with the 49ers on Wednesday: Before the NFC Championship Game against the Detroit Lions on Sunday, it is still up in the air.
One of the NFL’s most prolific players is Samuel. His ability to run the ball and catch it with finesse and effectiveness makes him a very versatile player. Without him, the Niners managed to defeat the Packers, but the stakes and intensity increased every week. His presence is key and he is essential to this team.
This seems like it could go right down to the wire.
