49ers Likely to Release 28-Year-Old Brandon Aiyuk, Saving About $20 Million
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Updated · Bleacher Report · May 31
49ers Likely to Release 28-Year-Old Brandon Aiyuk, Saving About $20 Million
3 articles · Updated · Bleacher Report · May 31
Summary
Two rival executives told ESPN they view Brandon Aiyuk as effectively untradeable, making a summer release by San Francisco the likelier outcome after June 1.
A torn ACL and MCL, no game action since October 2024, a costly contract and sporadic communication with the 49ers have undercut any trade market.
San Francisco can clear about $20 million in cap space by cutting Aiyuk, and league teams are reportedly waiting for that move rather than surrendering a draft pick.
John Lynch said in January it was fair to assume Aiyuk's Bay Area tenure was over, while earlier reports pointed to the Commanders as a possible landing spot if he is released.