49ers GM John Lynch Provides Brandon Aiyuk Trade Update
Summary
San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch said a trade of wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk during the 2026 NFL Draft is unlikely but possible. Aiyuk has not played since a knee injury in October 2024, and the 49ers are considering moving on from him after signing a new wide receiver.Key Facts
- The 49ers and Brandon Aiyuk have been separated for months following his knee injury.
- John Lynch said the chance of trading Aiyuk during the 2026 NFL Draft is low but not impossible.
- Aiyuk tore his ACL and MCL in October 2024 and has not played since.
- The team voided guaranteed money in Aiyuk’s contract due to missed rehab appointments.
- The 49ers previously signed Aiyuk to a four-year, $120 million contract extension in August 2024.
- Aiyuk had strong seasons in 2022 and 2023, with over 1,000 receiving yards each year.
- The 49ers recently signed veteran wide receiver Mike Evans to replace Aiyuk.
- Lynch said the team will review Aiyuk’s situation if he is not traded during the draft.
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