Deebo Samuel Unlikely to Handle Full-Time Kick Returns, Per Report

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Deebo Samuel Unlikely to Handle Full-Time Kick Returns, Per Report

The 49ers may use Samuel more selectively on kick returns than initially expected. According to Matt Barrows, he'd "be surprised" if Samuel is the team's full-time returner, noting he previously served as an "in case of emergency" option. With Samuel projected to start opposite Mike Evans at receiver, Barrows believes Kaelon Black or Jordan James could handle most kick return duties.

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Darius Slayton Praises Giants’ New Culture Under John Harbaugh

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Darius Slayton Praises Giants’ New Culture Under John Harbaugh

Giants wide receiver Darius Slayton said new head coach John Harbaugh is "what we needed," praising the accountability he's brought to the team. "Everybody has to be on time, everybody has to show effort at practice — or you'll be held accountable," Slayton said. Now healthy after offseason sports hernia surgery, the veteran receiver is looking to bounce back after a disappointing 2025 season.

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