ASANTE SAMUEL JR. NEWS

Out for Week 13 Samuel (concussion) has been ruled out for Sunday's matchup against the Bengals.

Impact Samuel was unable to clear concussion protocol for a second straight week, leading to him being ruled out for Week 13. Kiondre Thomas and Tevaughn Campbell will play increased snaps in the secondary again this weekend.

DECEMBER 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Absent from practice Wednesday Samuel (concussion) did not practice Wednesday, Daniel Popper of The Athletic reports.

Impact Samuel continues to work through the concussion protocol and appears to be trending in the wrong direction for Sunday's road matchup against the Bengals. Kiondre Thomas and Tevaughn Campbell will remain candidates to see increased work as long as Samuel can't go.

DECEMBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

NFL Week 12 injury report: What to know about Justin Fields, CeeDee Lamb, more

Dr. Matt Provencher analyzes injuries to Justin Fields, CeeDee Lamb, Aaron Rodgers and more as the NFL heads into Week 12.

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

Chargers place cornerback Asante Samuel Jr. in concussion protocol Chargers cornerback Asante Samuel Jr. was placed on the concussion protocol Monday for the second time this month.

NOVEMBER 23, 2021 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

Asante Samuel Jr. blankets Claypool for physical third-down PBU Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Asante Samuel Jr. blankets Claypool for a physical third-down pass break-up.

NOVEMBER 22, 2021 • NFL.COM

Diagnosed with concussion Samuel won't return to Sunday's game against the Steelers after he was diagnosed with a concussion.

Impact Samuel totaled seven tackles (five solo) and a pass defense in Sunday's matchup prior to exiting the game. If he's forced to miss additional time, Kiondre Thomas and Tevaughn Campbell could see increased snaps.

NOVEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Evaluated for head injury Samuel is being evaluated for a head injury after leaving Sunday's game against the Steelers.

Impact Samuel sustained his injury in the second half of Sunday's matchup after he recorded seven tackles (five solo) and a pass defense to begin the game. If he's diagnosed with a concussion, he'll have several steps to clear if he hopes to play in Week 12.

NOVEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Asante Samuel Jr. Shuts Down Chase Claypool on Third Down Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Asante Samuel Jr. blankets Claypool for a physical third-down pass break-up.

NOVEMBER 22, 2021 • CHARGERS.COM

Asante Samuel Jr.: "Gotta Get Better Every Day" Cornerback Asante Samuel Jr. speaks to the media about the Week 10 regular season game against the Minnesota Vikings.

NOVEMBER 15, 2021 • CHARGERS.COM

Logs full practice Samuel (concussion) was able to practice fully Wednesday, Jeff Miller of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Impact Samuel suffered a concussion in Week 8 and was unable to play for the Chargers in Week 9. While it's uncertain if the cornerback has cleared concussion protocols, there's optimism Samuel will be able to play in Week 10 after practicing fully Wednesday. Expect Ryan Smith and Tevaughn Campbell to see increased roles Sunday if Samuel can't suit up against the Vikings.

NOVEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Will not play Sunday Samuel (concussion) will not play Sunday against the Eagles.

Impact Samuel picked up the concussion in the Chargers' Week 8 game against the Patriots. He was unable to clear protocols in time to be available Sunday. With Michael Davis (hamstring) also ruled out, Tevaughn Campbell and Ryan Smith will need to step up into bigger roles in the Chargers secondary.

NOVEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Won't return in Week 8 Samuel has been ruled out with a concussion.

Impact The loss is yet another blow to an already beleaguered Chargers secondary. Kemon Hall and Ryan Smith will likely see extra snaps as a result.

OCTOBER 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

WATCH: Derwin James explains why he lobbied the Chargers to draft Asante Samuel Jr. The new DBU is in LA.

OCTOBER 31, 2021 • 247SPORTS.COM

How Did Florida St. Shape Derwin James and Asante Samuel Jr.? "We just wanted to carry on that tradition."

OCTOBER 27, 2021 • CHARGERS.COM

Camera On: Derwin James and Asante Samuel Jr. on Florida State and the Family Atmosphere in DB Room Defensive Backs Derwin James and Asante Samuel Jr. join Hayley Elwood to discuss starting their journey at Florida State, the family atmosph...

OCTOBER 27, 2021 • CHARGERS.COM

Asante Samuel Jr.'s gamble yields 41-yard gain for Peoples-Jones Cleveland Browns cornerback Asante Samuel Jr.'s gamble yields 41-yard gain for wide receiver Donovan Peoples-Jones.

OCTOBER 10, 2021 • NFL.COM

Early season NFL All-Rookie Team features Mac Jones, Najee Harris, Ja'Marr Chase

After breaking down all the tape from the first four games of the season, Rob Rang picks the best rookies in the league.

OCTOBER 9, 2021

Micah Parsons. Mac Jones. Kyle Pitts. Asante Samuel Jr.: The NFL All-Rookie team at the quarter mark This All-Rookie Team isn’t based on a player’s outlook for the rest of the year and beyond. It's just production from the first four games.

OCTOBER 6, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Photos: Back to Back Rookie Belts for Asante Check out the best photos of Asante Samuel Jr. being presented with the Pepsi Rookie of the Week belt for the second straight week.

OCTOBER 2, 2021 • CHARGERS.COM

Chargers corner Asante Samuel Jr. is NFL's defensive rookie of the month Rookie cornerback Asante Samuel Jr. became the third Charger to win the award, joining Joey Bosa (2016) and Paul Bradford (1997).

OCTOBER 1, 2021 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

Chargers corner Asante Samuel Jr. is NFL's defensive rookie of the month Rookie cornerback Asante Samuel Jr. became the third Charger to win the award, joining Joey Bosa (2016) and Paul Bradford (1997).

OCTOBER 1, 2021 • LATIMES.COM

Asante Samuel Jr: "I'm Just Trying to Make My Team Better" Cornerback Asante Samuel Jr. speaks with the media about preparing for the Derek Carr and the Las Vegas Raiders offense, getting better each...

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • CHARGERS.COM

Rashawn Slater and Asante Samuel Jr. Headline ESPN's Top Rookie Rankings Jeff Legwold of ESPN recently published a list of the Top 10 NFL Rookies so far this season. Both Rashawn Slater and Asante Samuel Jr. crack...

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • CHARGERS.COM

Scenes from Asante Samuel Jr's Rookie of the Month September Check out the best photos from Asante Samuel Jr.'s NFL Defensive Rookie of the Month for September

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • CHARGERS.COM

Asante Samuel Jr. Named NFL Defensive Rookie of the Month  Chargers rookie cornerback wins the accolade for September, led all NFL rookies with two interceptions and four passes defensed.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • CHARGERS.COM