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Updated · The New York Times · Jun 30
Brandon Aiyuk Terminates Ryan Williams Agent Deal as Commanders Weigh 1-Year Flier
Updated
Updated · The New York Times · Jun 30

Brandon Aiyuk Terminates Ryan Williams Agent Deal as Commanders Weigh 1-Year Flier

3 articles · Updated · The New York Times · Jun 30

Summary

  • Saturday’s filing formally ended Brandon Aiyuk’s agreement with agent Ryan Williams, though league sources said the 28-year-old had not been working with him for some time.
  • Aiyuk remains under contract with the 49ers, so the filing does not by itself move him toward Washington; the Commanders previously viewed him only as a possible 1-year, incentive-heavy signing if San Francisco released him.
  • That interest has cooled as recent Instagram rants raised concerns about his mindset, turning what had looked like a low-risk option into a more complicated decision.
  • His football outlook is also uncertain: Aiyuk has not played since Week 7 of the 2024 season, more than 20 months ago, leaving questions about whether he can return to his earlier level.
  • With training camp 29 days away, Washington is more likely to keep scanning for receiver depth than make a clear push unless Aiyuk becomes available and satisfies both health and character concerns.

Insights

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