If a Deebo Samuel trade is coming, timing becomes critical

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The 49ers have said nothing about whether they will grant receiver Deebo Samuel‘s request for a trade. If they will, and if they’re lining up a deal for the All-Pro wideout, there’s a very good reason to wait.

If the 49ers will be acquiring a 2022 first-round pick as part of the compensation package, the 49ers should keep any word of that transaction completely quiet until the selection is on the clock. For example, if the Jets will be sending…