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"In general, when teams explore potential transactions with other clubs, finding middle ground on compensation can be challenging," wrote Anderson. "There are always many considerable factors on why the price should possibly be one thing, or another."
I'm told the #Patriots had preliminary trade discussions on #49ers WR Deebo Samuel prior to the NFL Draft, per source.
— JosinaAnderson (@JosinaAnderson) April 26, 2024
In general, when teams explore potential transactions with other clubs, finding middle ground on compensation can be challenging. There are always many… pic.twitter.com/bOXi1GtcNJ
Trade speculation quieted down leading up to the 49ers' selection at No. 31 overall. However, the team reignited chatter when they drafted wide receiver Ricky Pearsall, leading many to believe San Francisco might still be willing to part with one of their veteran wideouts.
Based on conversations with other teams, Michael Silver of the San Francisco Chronicle reported that the 49ers are now more likely to deal Samuel than Aiyuk as teams prepare for Day 2 of the 2024 NFL Draft.
"According to multiple front-office and coaching sources from teams that had been negotiating potential swaps with the 49ers, it's Samuel who is likely to be the odd man out," Silver wrote in a recent article. "A deal could come together before the start of Friday's second round, or perhaps when a trading partner is on the clock. The 49ers are believed to be seeking second- and third-round selections for Samuel, a first-team All-Pro in 2021."
While many had hoped that trade speculation would dissipate after the draft's first round, it seems it will remain a significant storyline heading into Day 2.