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Commanders’ Luke McCaffrey needs to be on 49ers’ trade radar

Luke McCaffrey has no catches this season for the Commanders, but his return skills and cheap rookie contract make him a trade target the 49ers should pursue before the deadline.

Published: Wednesday, 21 October 2026 at 1:00 AM
Commanders’ Luke McCaffrey needs to be on 49ers’ trade radar
Key Things to Know
  • Writer Casey McAleer argues that the San Francisco 49ers should target Washington receiver Luke McCaffrey via trade.
  • A potential deal would involve a trade for the 25-year-old receiver, who is under contract through 2027.
  • San Francisco defeated Washington on Monday night to improve to 6-0 but suffered injuries to multiple receivers.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Casey McAleer of Niner Noise argues that the San Francisco 49ers should consider trading for Washington Commanders wide receiver Luke McCaffrey ahead of the trade deadline. The suggestion follows San Francisco's Monday night victory over Washington, which left the 49ers at 6-0 but dealing with growing injury concerns across their receiver corps.

McAleer highlights that San Francisco is managing injuries to Deebo Samuel and Mike Evans, creating an urgent need at receiver. Meanwhile, McCaffrey remains buried on Washington's offensive depth chart while playing primarily on special teams, potentially making the 25-year-old an accessible trade target.

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