Asante Samuel: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Cardinals Predicted to Sign Former Starting Chargers Cornerback

The Arizona Cardinals have continued to reshape their defense this week. This time around they brought back a familiar face to further upgrade their defensive line, signing Calais Campbell to a one-year deal.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / March 31

Chargers' top remaining free agent named best fit for Saints and two NFC North rivals

The question marks surrounding Asante Samuel Jr still remain. The former second-round pick of the Los Angeles Chargers is regarded as one of the best remaining free agents, but it's odd that he still hasn't found a home yet.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / March 30

Chargers predicted to select Asante Samuel replacement in NFL Draft

The Los Angeles Chargers went 11-6 in Jim Harbaugh's first season as head coach, but the year still ended in disappointment. L.A. struggled in their lone playoff game, with the Houston Texans handing them a 32-12 defeat.

New Orleans Saints News / New Orleans Saints on SI / March 28

Saints Dubbed 'Potential Fit' For Projected $45 Million Star

The New Orleans Saints still have a few holes to fill before they kick off the 2025 NFL season. Potentially the biggest hole on the Saints' roster is at cornerback.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / March 27

Chargers boast top five free agent still left on market

Asante Samuel Jr had an interesting career with the Los Angeles Chargers. They could very well elect to re-sign him, even though that seems unlikely when looking at how last season went.

New Orleans Saints News / New Orleans Saints on SI / March 25

Saints Predicted To Lose $45 Million Free Agent Target To Vikings

The New Orleans Saints desperately need to add a cornerback this offseason and there are a few easy ways for them to do so. This issue arose over the last year as the Saints lost both Marshon Lattimore and Paulson Adebo.

NFL News / The Spun / March 25

Asante Samuel Blasts Shannon Sharpe Amid Back-and-Forth with Deion Sanders

Two-time Super Bowl champion Asante Samuel added another target to his ongoing social media feuds, Shannon Sharpe. The former New England Patriots' cornerback

New Orleans Saints News / New Orleans Saints on SI / March 24

Saints Not Among 'Best Fits' In $45 Million Free Agency Battle

The New Orleans Saints need to add a cornerback in free agency, the draft, or both. In the last year, they've lost both Marshon Lattimore and Paulson Adebo.

NFL News / Washington Commanders on SI / March 23

Commanders could make cornerback 'trade' with Chargers

The Washington Commanders are in need of a cornerback as one of their next biggest needs for the roster. The Commanders lost Benjamin St-Juste to the Los Angeles Chargers earlier this month, so it would only make sense for Washington to snag one of their cornerbacks in return.

College Football News / Colorado Buffaloes on SI / March 22

Deion Sanders, Asante Samuel Reignite Social Media Beef

A social media debate began after Colorado Buffaloes coach and NFL Hall of Fame cornerback Deion Sanders traded blows via X with former first-team All-Pro defensive back Asante Samuel on Friday.

New Orleans Saints News / New Orleans Saints on SI / March 22

Saints Linked To Ex-Chargers Star After Big Loss

The New Orleans Saints lost a big piece of the team’s defense shortly after free agency opened up. New Orleans unfortunately lost 25-year-old cornerback Paulson Adebo as he signed a three-year deal with the New York Giants.

Baltimore Ravens News / Athlon Sports / March 20

Ravens Potential Targeting Son of Super Bowl Champion

Reports out of Baltimore are indicating the Baltimore Ravens might bring in Asante Samuel, Jr. for a visit and see if they can work out a deal. Samuel is the son of Asante Samuel, Sr., a former Super Bowl champion.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / March 18

Chargers' young star is the reason Asante Samuel Jr. is probably a goner

The Los Angeles Chargers entered the offseason with several key defensive backs hitting free agency, with the most prominent names being Asante Samuel Jr., Kristian Fulton and Elijah Molden.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / March 18

Panthers could land one of free agency's biggest steals to bolster defense

The Carolina Panthers had the worst defense in NFL history this past season, and while they have been busy trying to address it in free agency, they still have work to do.

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / March 17

$45 million star CB projected to land with Commanders

The Washington Commanders are emerging as a potential landing spot for standout cornerback Asante Samuel Jr., according to Bleacher Report writer Kristopher Knox.

New Orleans Saints News / New Orleans Saints on SI / March 17

Saints Shockingly Urged To Sign $45 Million Star Defensive Back

The New Orleans Saints have been pretty quiet this offseason. They've been handicapped by their horrible cap space situation. Still, there are a few moves the Saints could make to boost their roster to the next level in 2025.

New Orleans Saints News / New Orleans Saints on SI / March 16

Saints Tabbed 'Best Fit' For $45 Million Intriguing Free Agent

The New Orleans Saints have been held hostage by the worst cap situation in the NFL for the last few years. This offseason, the Saints brought in a new coach with a new vision, so New Orleans has still brought in a few free agents despite its terrible cap situation.

Arizona Cardinals News / Arizona Cardinals on SI / March 14

Why Cardinals Need Asante Samuel Jr.

The week is winding down for the opening of the 2025 NFL new year with free agency frenzy nearly at a close. The Arizona Cardinals were aggressive, although many wish they were more so than they were.

Arizona Cardinals News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 13

Cardinals Hosted CB Asante Samuel, Jr. For Visit

The Arizona Cardinals hosted free agent CB Asante Samuel, Jr. for a visit on Wednesday, according to Field Yates. Samuel has previously stated that he hopes to remain with the Chargers but all options are on the table for him at this point.

NFL News / Last Word On Sports / February 2

PFF: Chargers Could Lose Asante Samuel to Raiders – Vikings, Panthers Also In Contention

While the Los Angeles Chargers as a whole improved dramatically from 2023 to 2024, cornerback Asante Samuel took a step back in his first season under head coach Jim Harbaugh.

Los Angeles Chargers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 14

Asante Samuel Jr Hoping To Be Back With Chargers

Chargers CB Asante Samuel Jr is set to be an unrestricted free agent in the coming months for the first. Samuel says he loves the Chargers and is hoping to be back with the team next year.

Dallas Cowboys News / Yardbarker / August 15

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New York Jets News / Yardbarker / January 12, 2024

Jets CB Sauce Gardner rips former All-Pro for criticisms

New York Jets CB Sauce Gardner brought the fire when it came to critical comments from former NFL All-Pro Asante Samuel.

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New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / February 10, 2023

Former Patriots All-Pro bashes HC Bill Belichick

Asante Samuel spent the first five seasons of his 11-year NFL career with the New England Patriots, where he was an All-Pro cornerback as part of two Super Bowl championship teams. While Samuel says he learned a lot in New England, he doesn't have fond memories of working under head coach Bill Belichick. Earlier this week, in a Q&A with Betway, Samuel sounded off on Belichick and the "Patriot Way."

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