REPORT: Why Jerry Rice Confidently Believes Deebo Samuel Will Play vs. Lions in NFC Championship

This weekend, the San Francisco 49ers will visit the Detroit Lions in the NFC championship, but one of their best players might not be available. There’s a 50/50 possibility that wide receiver Deebo Samuel, who did not return from his divisional round shoulder injury against the Green Bay Packers, will be able to participate in Sunday’s game.

Samuel is crucial to the offensive success of his team, and if he is unable to play, the team will definitely feel his absence. However, one legend is convinced that he will play. On 95.7 The Game on Wednesday, former 49ers wide receiver Jerry Rice stated, “I expect Deebo Samuel to be on that football field.” That’s the essential point. Given his competitive nature, I believe Deebo will be prepared to play.

This past season, Samuel, 28, had 1,117 yards from scrimmage and scored 12 touchdowns overall. Fox will air the matchup on Sunday night at 6:30.