49ers, Young, Holdouts, DeVonta, Titans

Deebo Samuel 'not in peak physical condition' + Commanders will listen to offers on Chase Young  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ June 7, 2023 [Sign up]( [Legit Football]( Together With: Stathead [Stathead](  49ers [Deebo Samuel] 49ers Minicamp: Deebo Samuel not in shape, Brandon Aiyuk looks fantastic Details: According to The Athletic’s David Lombardi, Samuel “doesn’t appear to be in peak condition.” - The 27-year-old “mostly has been [limited]( to individual drills and catching practices from a staffer.” Accountability: After practice on Tuesday, Samuel described his 2022 season as “awful” and admitted that last summer’s contract negotiation impacted his readiness. - He pledged to be “more than ready” for training camp next month. 2022 Plunge: Samuel totaled 864 scrimmage yards last season, down significantly from his 2021 total of 1,770 yards. Aiyuk: Lombardi writes that Aiyuk “has looked like the best player on the field the last two weeks.” The emerging star caught a [deep pass]( from Sam Darnold on Tuesday. Image: Twitter Young [Chase Young] Commanders will listen to trade offers on DE Chase Young Details: The insight comes from Albert Breer, who thinks pass-rush needy teams will consider calling the Commanders to check on Young’s availability. - While the Commanders will [listen]( to offers, Breer believes it’s unlikely the front office moves Young, as the team can’t afford to lose a potential game-changer. Pivotal: Young has a lot to prove in the final year of his rookie contract. The former No. 2 overall pick has appeared in just 11 games of 36 possible games over the past two seasons — and totaled just 1.5 sacks over that span. - Young was named Defensive Rookie of the Year in 2020, after totaling 7.5 sacks and 4 forced fumbles. Positive Sign: According to ESPN’s John Keim, Young participated in team drills on Tuesday and showed off “an [explosive]( first step.” Image: Mark Goldman/Icon Sportswire Holdouts [Josh Jacobs] Raiders RB Josh Jacobs, Dolphins Connor Williams among players skipping mandatory minicamp Details: Jacobs has yet to sign his franchise tag and is thus [not]( under contract with the Raiders — so he’s technically not obligated to attend any team-affiliated activities. - The 2022 league rushing leader does not want to play on a one-year contract. Deadline: Jacobs and the Raiders have until July 17 to hammer out a multi-year extension. If no deal is reached by then, Jacobs can either sign the one-year tag or extend his holdout. - The Raiders are not expected to offer a long-term deal. Williams: Williams, who is owed $7 million in 2023, is also [holding out]( for a long-term extension. The 26-year-old earned a solid 78.4 PFF grade last season and is currently the league’s eighth-highest-paid center. Not Excused: Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel told reporters that Williams’ absence is not excused. Image: Steve Nurenberg/Icon Sportswire DeVonta [DeVonta Smith] Eagles WR DeVonta Smith healthy, working on the ‘mental side’ of game Details: Smith, who began the offseason rehabbing a toe injury, is now [fully]( healthy. - The 24-year-old’s absence from voluntary OTAs last week was not related to a medical issue. Mental Side: Smith has spent the offseason mentally preparing for the defenses he’ll face in 2023. He said he takes careful note of scheme and coordinator changes. Top 10 WR: Last week, Smith stated on a podcast that he’s a top-10 receiver. The comment lead to a lot of debate on social media, but is entirely backed up by his production — Smith literally finished last season ranked No. 8 in receiving yards (1,196) and No. 9 in catches (95) among receivers. Increase: The Athletic’s Zach Berman thinks Smith could see an increase in targets, as a significantly tougher schedule will likely require Jalen Hurts to attempt more passes. - Philadelphia has the league’s highest strength of schedule at 0.566 (opponents' combined 2022 record of 161-123-4). - The team entered last season with the third-lowest strength of schedule at 0.464 (opponents’ combined 2021 record of 133-154-2). Image: Michael Allio/Icon Sportswire Titans [Kevin Byard] Titans Minicamp: S Kevin Byard reports, TE Chig Okonkwo scores deep TD Byard: Byard, who did not attend voluntary OTAs, [participated]( in practice on Tuesday. - The 2x All-Pro declined the team’s request for a pay cut earlier in the offseason. - His future with the organization remains unclear. Fulton: Cornerback Kristian Fulton, who also skipped voluntary OTAs over contractual issues, reported to minicamp on Tuesday but did not take the field. - Fulton started 11 games last season and earned a 63.8 PFF grade. Okonkwo: Okonkwo reeled in a long touchdown pass from Ryan Tannehill. The 6-2, 246-pounder averaged an elite 14.1 yards per catch as a rookie last season — which ranked first among all tight ends with at least 30 receptions. Image: Donald Page/Tennessee Titans More News - [Broncos]( could show interest in Dalvin Cook if/when he's released - [Saints]( WR Michael Thomas said he'll be full speed at the start of training camp Together with Stathead Question of the Day Who threw for the most yards in the Pacific Time Zone last season? - Geno Smith - Derek Carr - Matthew Stafford - Justin Herbert Sign up for a monthly subscription and get your first month free, or use “[LEGIT20](” to save $20 off one year of Stathead Football. [See Answer]( Was this email forwarded to you? Sign up [here](. [Unsubscribe]( Copyright © 2022 Legit Football. All rights reserved. 710 Main Street South #572, Southbury CT 06488