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The 49ers are at a crossroads in assembling a competitive roster moving forward. Samuel's trade request and the team's willingness to engage signals a pivotal generational shift for the franchise. As the team prepares to focus on rebuilding, they can't ignore the potential void left by Samuel, who has been a key player in their offense.
Contemplating the impact of losing Samuel, analyst Tim Kawakami suggests that building an offense around his absence won't be easy. His role as a hybrid offensive weapon leaves a challenge for the 49ers, as they’d need to replace his explosive playmaking ability in a more concentrated manner.