Asante Samuel Jr.: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Los Angeles Chargers News / Athlon Sports / April 19

Chargers GM Has Five-Word Message for Free Agent CB Asante Samuel Jr.

The Los Angeles Chargers’ offseason has not gone how fans and experts expected it to. They entered the free agency period with just over $90 million in cap space, so naturally everyone expected them to swing big and pick up some superstars to speed up the process of building a contender.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / April 19

Chargers issue 5-word shutdown of Asante Samuel Jr. reunion talk

The Los Angeles Chargers don’t have much to say on the topic of cornerback Asante Samuel Jr. ahead of the 2025 NFL draft. No wonder—Samuel is still a

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.

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NFL News / CBSSports.com / March 29

Top 10 remaining NFL free agents: Aaron Rodgers, Asante Samuel Jr. among best veterans still available

Here's a look at which names still hold value on the open market

NFL News / Yardbarker

Ranking all 32 of the NFL's current QB situations

With an established top tier and some young options revealing themselves last season, here is a look at where clubs' QB depth charts stand. Contracts and long-term outlooks do not factor in here; these rankings apply only to 2025 on-field capabilities.

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NFL News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / March 29

Asante Samuel Jr. to the Vikings in 5 weeks? The wildest NFL speculation yet

Imagine a Minnesota Vikings secondary with Asante Samuel Jr. working at cornerback. The 2021 second-round pick is one of the best remaining free agents

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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.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / March 13

Cardinals meet with son of NFL legend

This visit confirms the team is still on the hunt for starter-level help at the position.

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NFL News / Yardbarker / March 13

Five players Raiders should consider at WR, CB in free agency

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San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / February 28

ESPN's 'perfect free agent fit' for 49ers: Asante Samuel Jr. replacing Charvarius Ward

The San Francisco 49ers are expected to address their secondary this offseason through free agency or the NFL Draft. With several of their cornerbacks set to hit free agency—including starter Charvarius Ward—the team could be left with veteran Deommodore Lenoir and second-year player Renardo Green as their top options.

NFL News / Acme Packing Co / February 21

Packers Free Agent Shopping: CB Asante Samuel Jr.

Is the Chargers cornerback a fit in Green Bay? As we look ahead to the free agent period, I naturally start looking around the league to see who may be available to sign, particularly those who play positions that the Green Bay Packers need.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / February 2

Asante Samuel Jr. free agency market value: Should Chargers re-sign CB?

The Los Angeles Chargers had a strong start to the Jim Harbaugh era. The team finished the regular season 11-6, earning a postseason berth. However, the time to look back is over.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Sporting News / February 1

Chargers predicted to lose Asante Samuel Jr., potentially to division rival

Asante Samuel Jr. is scheduled to be an unrestricted free agent this offseason.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Pro Football Talk / January 15

Asante Samuel Jr. hopes to be back with Chargers after missing most of 2024

Cornerback Asante Samuel Jr. wasn't on the field for the Chargers for most of the 2024 season, but he hopes that the 2025 season plays out differently.

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.

Los Angeles Chargers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 12

Asante Samuel Jr gets brutally honest on Chargers return after lost season

The Los Angeles Chargers lost to the Houston Texans to end their season in the Wild Card Round. Despite being road favorites against a struggling Houston team, LA struggled out of the gate.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Bolt Beat / January 12

Asante Samuel Jr. finally reveals reason for strange Chargers absence in 2024

Asante Samuel Jr. entered the last season of his rookie contract as a perceived pillar of the LA Chargers' defense. Unfortunately, Samuel only played four games for the Chargers in 2024 and was not seen or heard from for months.

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

Chargers target Asante Samuel Jr. replacement in free agency projections

When the Los Angeles Chargers selected Asante Samuel Jr in the second round of the 2021 draft, they believed they'd be getting a top cornerback prospect.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Bolt Beat / November 27

Chargers' HC Jim Harbaugh throws cold water on an Asante Samuel Jr. return

Chargers' cornerback Asante Samuel Jr. and running back Gus Edwards were both placed on IR ahead of the team's matchup against the Denver Broncos in Week 6.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Bolt Beat / November 6

Chargers all but confirm Asante Samuel Jr.'s fate with failed deadline pursuit

The NFL trade deadline came and went without the LA Chargers making any moves. Los Angeles was a finalist for Pro-Bowl cornerback Marshon Lattimore but did not get a deal done as the Washington Commanders ultimately won the sweepstakes.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Field Level Media / October 12

Chargers put CB Asante Samuel Jr., RB Gus Edwards on IR

The Los Angeles Chargers placed cornerback Asante Samuel Jr. and running back Gus Edwards on injured reserve Saturday. The moves mean Samuel (shoulder) and Edwards (ankle) will each miss at least four games.

Los Angeles Chargers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 12

Chargers news: LA makes disappointing Gus Edwards, Asante Samuel Jr. injury moves

Before the Los Angeles Chargers take on the Denver Broncos, they received some less-than-flattering news about running back Gus Edwards and cornerback Asante Samuel Jr.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Bolt Beat / September 26

Chargers DC Jesse Minter gets honest about Asante Samuel Jr.'s missed tackles

At his weekly media availability, LA Chargers defensive coordinator Jesse Minter was asked for his thoughts on cornerback Asante Samuel Jr.'s performance.

NFL News / Yardbarker / January 14, 2023

Chargers' Samuel Jr. had a record-setting first half vs. Jaguars

Chargers' Asante Samuel Jr. had a wild, record-setting first half vs. Jaguars

The Chargers cornerback may haunt the nightmares of Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence for eternity after posting an interception hat-trick in the first half of Saturday's AFC wild-card matchup.

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NFL News / Yardbarker / December 4, 2022

Watch: Davante Adams scores a pair of ridiculous TDs against Chargers

The Raiders hope to win their third consecutive game. Adams had a crucial role in the win streak. Over the past two games, he caught two touchdowns and recorded 215 receiving yards. He's tied for second in receiving touchdowns (10) this season.

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