# Acho Calls Samuel Glorified Mascot | San Francisco 49ers News

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Podcast: [San Francisco 49ers News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/san-francisco-49ers-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7434867)
Published: 2026-07-24T03:33:25+00:00
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NFL analyst Emmanuel Acho fired off a fiery critique of Deebo Samuel’s potential return to the 49ers, calling him a “glorified mascot” and warning that bringing him back could hurt the team’s balance and younger talent like Ricky Pearsall. Acho questioned Samuel’s production, noting he hasn’t consistently hit 1,000 yards and has seen fewer touches and lower yardage in recent seasons. He insisted you can’t pay a “hype man” for just that role — you need real output like 1,400 yards. Though he later apologized, calling his remarks “just mean,” the 49ers’ offseason moves — signing Mike Evans and Christian Kirk, drafting De’Zhaun Stribling — signal a focus on building around current players. Samuel’s stint with the Commanders last year didn’t match his 49ers heyday, and while teammates praise him, the front office’s path forward remains uncertain as they weigh a reunion against their new direction. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/2d0816b953d39042

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