Washington acquired the 29-year-old receiver with game-changing ability for a fifth-round pick. If healthy, it was a risk worth taking.

By bolstering their chances of competing for a Super Bowl with the addition of Deebo Samuel, the Washington Commanders also increased their chances of acquiring elite defensive pass-rusher Myles Garrett.

A person with knowledge of the trade tells The Associated Press the Washington Commanders have acquired wide receiver Deebo Samuel from the San Francisco 49ers, pending a physical, for a fifth-round p