Deebo Samuel talks about requesting a trade, joining the Commanders and motivation

Deebo Samuel talks about requesting a trade, joining the Commanders and motivation
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Welcome to Washington Deebo Samuel

Deebo Samuel was at Washington Commanders headquarters in Ashburn, VA today with some other players who were signing their contracts and getting some time with the local media. Samuel said he wanted to come to Washington because they're winners, and they showed last year they knew how to win with QB Jayden Daniels under center. He got a lot of positive feedback about Daniels over the last few years from his former 49ers teammates, and one of Daniels' best friends, WR Brandon Aiyuk.

Samuel was asked about rumors about his weight last year, bit he quickly brushed them off and reiterated that he's very motivated and ready to bring his dog mentality to Washington. Adam Peters traded for him, and knew him from their time in San Francisco. Samuels' contract was reworked, adding guaranteed money, and some incentives. He said that shows what they think of him and it was appreciated.

Joining the Washington Commanders:

Dog mentality:

They’ve already proven they can win. I’m just coming to add my little dog mentality and contribute to the offense in any aspect they need me.

Injury and weight concerns from last year:

Requesting a trade:

Brandon Aiyuk on Jayden Daniels:

That’s all B.A. talked about. ‘My boy is going to win the Heisman, my boy is about to do this, my boy is about to do that. Jayden came to the league and played tremendously well. Everything (Brandon) said was going to happen, happened.

Contract adjustment:

That meant a lot. It kind of shows what they think.

Motivated:

I’m very motivated,. It’s not just me, but everybody around me is motivated. … I’m going to push myself to get to where I need to be.