In Deebo Samuel and Brandon Aiyuk, the 49ers have two of the best receivers in the NFL. For San Francisco, Samuel is 1A while Aiyuk is 1B when it comes to their importance to the offense.
What makes the duo so difficult for defenses is each brings his own unique skillset.
Samuel is a powerful player who is a threat to go the distance every time he touches the ball. Meanwhile, Aiyuk is a more refined route runner who can shake defenders to get open.
Aiyuk is a rising star. His numbers have gone up every year leading some to wonder if he will have a bigger role in San Francisco’s passing game in 2023.