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49ers Send Mixed Signals on Brandon Aiyuk as Trade Search Continues

Owner Jed York floated a possible return, signaling leverage play in a thin trade market.

Sep 29, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk (11) warms up before the game against the New England Patriots at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images
Oct 20, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk (11) walks on the field before the start of the game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • At Monday’s NFL meetings in Phoenix, coach Kyle Shanahan said the team has no timeline to move Brandon Aiyuk and hopes to trade him for value.
  • Hours later, owner Jed York said he would welcome Aiyuk back and called “anything possible,” while also admitting he has not seen the receiver to judge his health.
  • Interest from other teams remains cautious because Aiyuk has not played since October 2024 and would need to pass a physical, with Washington often mentioned but not committed.
  • A key contract hurdle looms with a roughly $24.9 million option bonus due in early September, which complicates keeping or dealing him unless a new team reworks the deal.
  • The split stems from a 2024 ACL/MCL tear, missed 2025 rehab and reporting issues that led the 49ers to void 2026 guarantees and place him on the reserve/left squad list, and the club has since added Mike Evans and Christian Kirk at receiver.