Brandon Aiyuk Gets New Update From 49ers
Summary
The San Francisco 49ers do not plan to play wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk again after he tore ligaments in his knee and did not do rehab at the team’s facility. The team wants to trade him but has not released him yet. The Washington Commanders are interested in Aiyuk but prefer to wait and possibly sign him if he is released.Key Facts
- Brandon Aiyuk injured his right knee in October 2024, tearing ACL and MCL ligaments.
- Aiyuk did not play during the 2025 NFL season due to this injury.
- The 49ers canceled the guaranteed money on his contract extension since he did not rehab at their facility.
- The 49ers want to trade Aiyuk rather than release him immediately.
- General Manager John Lynch said the team is open to trading Aiyuk to another team.
- The Washington Commanders have shown significant interest but are waiting for a possible release.
- If released, other teams could claim Aiyuk before the Commanders due to waiver priority.
- To guarantee getting Aiyuk, the Commanders would need to trade with the 49ers, likely at a high cost.
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