An anonymous NFL agent told a local insider that the Minnesota Vikings aren't interested free agent cornerback Asante Samuel Jr. "I will tell you this much.
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.
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.
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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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.
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.
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.
The Miami Dolphins have a big need in the secondary this off-season. While they have added some free agents to help the safety position in Ashtyn Davis and Ifeatu Melifonwu, the Dolphins need to add more for multiple reasons.
The Raiders still have time to make the most of free agency, with many talented players remaining. Some of the team's most pressing needs are at WR and CB.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
At his weekly media availability, LA Chargers defensive coordinator Jesse Minter was asked for his thoughts on cornerback Asante Samuel Jr.'s performance.
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.
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.