The NFL offseason has been full of drama for one particular San Francisco 49er. Rumors have been swirling this offseason around star receiver Brandon Aiyuk. Aiyuk has wanted a new deal with San Francisco all offseason but has not been rewarded with one yet. Due to this, Aiyuk has been swirling around the league in trade rumors. Here is the latest update on Aiyuk’s situation.
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Brandon Aiyuk is still currently holding out with roughly 2 weeks before the regular season starts. General Manager John Lynch has made it clear the team is still in negotiations with the star wideout. It is rumored that he is demanding a contract to make him the highest-paid receiver in the entire league. San Francisco has been hesitant to offer that deal.
Will San Francisco Trade Aiyuk?
Trade rumors have been swirling around Aiyuk all offseason. The 49ers have discussed him in trades with numerous other teams. The Washington Commanders and Pittsburgh Steelers have been the two teams most rumored to be interested in making a trade. San Francisco is reportedly asking for a first-round pick in return, which has scared many franchises away from making a deal.
What Will Happen
San Francisco will likely retain Aiyuk for the 2024 NFL season. Due to the high price they are asking, and the ongoing negotiations with Aiyuk, all signs point toward him returning to San Francisco. The main question is when will he return to the field. If a deal is not made before week 1, Aiyuk may sit out the start of the regular season. If a deal is made before week 1, Aiyuk will be on the field to start the season. Brandon is coming off of a season where he had 1,342 receiving yards, the 7th most in the league last season. He is the main deep threat for the 49ers offense, and San Francisco is eager to get him back on the field.
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