Jake Paul is no stranger to controversy and speaking his mind in the public forum. So when NFL star Deebo Samuel’s apparent actions on social media lack any sense of subtlety, it triggered ridicule from the YouTuber-turned-professional boxer.
The moment occurred during Paul‘s relationship with model and reality star Julia Rose, which spanned on and off from 2019 to early 2022.
In a resurfaced Instagram video that has since gone viral again, Paul captured his reaction after discovering that an NFL player had sent a direct message to Rose.
The clip showcased a mix of humor and surprise: “We’ve caught a player in Julia‘s DMs,” Paul said while holding up a phone to show the group around him. “Does anyone know who (redacted name) is?”
The message name was muted in the video, but Paul‘s visible disbelief quickly became the focus. People in the room gasped and laughed at the revelation.
Paul then turned to someone off camera, asking: “That’s your favorite player?!” His tone remained playful throughout, emphasizing the entertainment aspect of the moment rather than anger.
Rose took the phone back and read the message aloud. “He just sent ‘you with this,'” she said, pointing out a fingers-crossed emoji included in the text.
Paul responded with a laugh, attempting to decode the message: “[Does that mean] you tied? I don’t know. That’s what I’m saying. They have no f**king game.”
Fans can’t believe Deebo Samuels’ DM sneak
Fans of both Paul and the NFL quickly speculated about the identity of the player.
Many comments on social media identified the player as Samuel, the wide receiver who played for the San Francisco 49ers from 2019 to 2024 before being traded to the Washington Commanders in 2025.
One fan wrote, “IT’S LITERALLY DEEBO SAMUEL.” Another joked, “Deebo shooting his shot.”
Others suggested alternative names, including Tristan Thompson, fueling ongoing debate and humor in the comment sections.
The clip as an example of Paul‘s penchant for sharing behind-the-scenes personal drama in a way that engages fans.
Moving on from Julia Rose to Jutta Leerdam
Since that period, Paul‘s personal life has moved in new directions. He is now engaged to Dutch speed skater Jutta Leerdam, having proposed in March.
Leerdam has been active on social media, sharing glimpses of their life together.
Meanwhile, Paul‘s relationship with Rose ended for good, but moments like the NFL DM incident continue to resurface online and spark conversation among fans.
Paul‘s willingness to document personal experiences online has kept him in the spotlight and clips like the one involving the NFL player offer fans a rare glimpse into his personality outside the ring.
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