Aiyuk trade stall deepens; NFLPA smear claim persists

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1. 1 day ago

   [SPORTS] 4 sources

   San Francisco 49ers Confirm Wide Receiver Brandon Aiyuk No Longer on Roster

   49ers GM John Lynch confirms Brandon Aiyuk is off the 90‑man roster, citing injury, contract dispute and a left‑squad designation, while the team looks to other players and market options.

2. 6 days ago

   [SPORTS] 2 sources

   Brandon Aiyuk Expected to Trade to Washington Commanders

   Brandon Aiyuk seeks a trade to Washington to reunite with QB Jayden Daniels; 49ers signal a move, while former player Donte Whitner warns the dispute could end Aiyuk’s NFL career.

3. 9 days ago

   [SPORTS] 9 sources

   Brandon Aiyuk Accuses NFLPA of Smear Campaign Amid 49ers Contract Dispute

   49ers receiver Brandon Aiyuk alleges the NFLPA threatened a smear campaign after he declined to appeal the voiding of $30 million in guarantees, fueling a public feud that could hurt his trade prospects.

4. 13 days ago

   [SPORTS] 2 sources

   Washington Commanders weigh trade for receiver Kayshon Boutte amid NFL free‑agency buzz

   The Washington Commanders are considering a trade for Kayshon Boutte after his cryptic Instagram post, while the 2027 NFL free‑agency market sees top receivers like Adams, Hill and Diggs drawing interest from a

5. 14 days ago

   [SPORTS] 4 sources

   Brandon Aiyuk draws NFL backlash after controversial dog‑video and doubtful future

   Brandon Aiyuk faced public outrage after an Instagram video showed him kicking a dog, while a former NFL star warned his NFL future is in doubt and a move to the Commanders unlikely.

6. 16 days ago

   [SPORTS] 2 sources

   Brandon Aiyuk Trade Talks Falter as Controversial Comments Threaten Washington Move

   The 49ers say Brandon Aiyuk won’t play again in San Francisco; he wants a move to Washington, but contract issues and recent offensive comments about Jayden Daniels’ mother have jeopardized the trade.

7. 18 days ago

   [SPORTS] 6 sources

   Brandon Aiyuk Vows to Keep Posting on Social Media Amid 49ers Contract Dispute

   Brandon Aiyuk says he'll keep posting on social media despite criticism, accuses the 49ers of lying about his contract guarantee, and hints at interest from the Washington Commanders.

8. 19 days ago

   [SPORTS] 2 sources

   San Francisco 49ers grapple with Brandon Aiyuk saga and key player concerns

   The 49ers keep Brandon Aiyuk in limbo as he refuses to report, while analysts flag safety Ji’Ayir Brown, guard Connor Colby, cornerback Renardo Green and rookie edge rusher Romello Height as potential weak‑pins

9. 20 days ago

   [SPORTS] 4 sources

   Brandon Aiyuk's Washington Commanders Pursuit Sparks Social Media Feud

   49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk, still under contract, publicly campaigns to join the Washington Commanders despite a social‑media feud with quarterback Jayden Daniels, casting doubt on his NFL future.

10. 22 days ago

    [SPORTS] 5 sources

    Brandon Aiyuk Declares He Won’t Return to 49ers, Remains on Left Squad List

    Brandon Aiyuk says he won’t seek reinstatement with the 49ers, stays on the left‑squad list, and his social‑media disputes risk his trade prospects.

11. 22 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources

    Washington Commanders weigh veteran receiver options after Brandon Aiyuk stalemate

    Washington Commanders abandon Brandon Aiyuk plans and consider signing veteran wideout DeAndre Hopkins as they seek to improve their receiving corps.

12. 23 days ago

    [SPORTS] 19 sources

    Brandon Aiyuk's Instagram feud with Jayden Daniels jeopardizes Washington move

    49ers receiver Brandon Aiyuk, on the reserve list, posted Instagram insults toward Commanders QB Jayden Daniels and his mother, ending speculation on a move to Washington and risking his NFL future.

13. 25 days ago

    [SPORTS] 6 sources

    Brandon Aiyuk Hints at Trade to Washington Commanders as Tensions Rise with 49ers

    Brandon Aiyuk posted Instagram videos saying he’ll soon be a Washington Commander, intensifying a trade dispute with the 49ers after a 2024 knee injury and contract fallout.

14. 27 days ago

    [SPORTS] 4 sources

    Brandon Aiyuk contract dispute could net 49ers $13‑18 million as Washington weighs his future

    The 49ers may recover $13‑18 million after voiding Brandon Aiyuk’s contract; his injury and social‑media attacks leave Washington uncertain about signing him.

15. 28 days ago

    [SPORTS] 14 sources

    Brandon Aiyuk’s contract dispute fuels public feud with 49ers and links to Washington Commanders

    Wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk, still under contract with the 49ers, has voided guarantees and staged a public social‑media campaign demanding release and a move to the Washington Commanders; the 49ers have not,,

16. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 9 sources

    Brandon Aiyuk's 49ers dispute casts doubt on his 2026 season and possible Commanders move

    Brandon Aiyuk’s public clash with the 49ers, including contract voiding and agent firing, raises doubts he’ll play in 2026 and fuels speculation about a move to the Washington Commanders.

17. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 5 sources

    Brandon Aiyuk’s Trade Dispute with the San Francisco 49ers Escalates

    Wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk, still under a $120 M contract, is agentless and publicly demanding a trade from the 49ers, with the team neither trading nor releasing him while he targets Washington.

18. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources

    Brandon Aiyuk's contract dispute triggers viral social media backlash

    Brandon Aiyuk's rehab breach leads the 49ers to void his guaranteed money, sparking a standoff and viral social‑media posts, while Patriots WR A.J. Brown faces lighter criticism for reading a book.

19. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 10 sources

    Brandon Aiyuk Standoff Continues as 49ers Keep Him on Reserve List

    Brandon Aiyuk stays on the 49ers’ reserve list, hasn’t filed release paperwork, and is using Instagram videos to demand a move to the Washington Commanders, which the team has yet to confirm.

20. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources

    Brandon Aiyuk Likely to be Released by 49ers Ahead of Training Camp

    Brandon Aiyuk, still absent from the 49ers, has signaled a move to the Washington Commanders; analysts expect the 49ers to cut him around training camp, freeing him to sign.

21. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 4 sources

    Brandon Aiyuk’s Trade Talk Escalates After Commanders‑Focused Social Media Posts

    Brandon Aiyuk, still under contract with the 49ers, fuels trade rumors by publicly backing the Washington Commanders; injuries and his social‑media behavior complicate any potential deal.

22. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 6 sources

    Brandon Aiyuk's 49ers contract dispute fuels trade talk with Washington Commanders

    Brandon Aiyuk, the 49ers' $120 million wide receiver, missed two seasons with injury, voided $27 million in guarantees, and is openly pursuing a trade to the Washington Commanders amid a likely release.

23. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources

    Brandon Aiyuk deletes viral videos after public feud with 49ers

    Brandon Aiyuk removed Instagram videos that blasted the 49ers over contract disputes; talks with the team and interest from the Washington Commanders followed.

24. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources

    Brandon Aiyuk and 49ers clash over contract, release request and social‑media rant

    Brandon Aiyuk, on the 49ers’ reserve/left‑squad list after a knee injury, demanded a release via profanity‑filled social‑media posts, while the team can cut him without paying the remaining guarantees of his $‑

25. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 9 sources

    Brandon Aiyuk Conflict with 49ers Over Release and Trade

    49ers wideout Brandon Aiyuk, still under a $120 M contract, posted an Instagram rant demanding release, wore a Commanders hat, and faces a cap‑friendly hold by San Francisco amid trade talks and a speeding‑warr

26. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources

    Brandon Aiyuk's Instagram antics fuel trade speculation and arrest warrant controversy

    Brandon Aiyuk posted an Instagram hat and racetrack video amid a Santa Clara arrest warrant, prompting trade rumours to Washington after his 2024 ACL injury and the 49ers voiding his 2026 guarantees.

27. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources

    Brandon Aiyuk Faces Arrest Warrant Over Speeding After Injury Layoff

    Brandon Aiyuk, the 49ers’ 28‑year‑old WR, faces a California arrest warrant for speeding after a slow rehab from knee injuries, prompting uncertainty over a possible move to Washington.

28. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 5 sources

    San Francisco 49ers receiver Brandon Aiyuk faces arrest warrant for speeding

    Brandon Aiyuk of the 49ers has an arrest warrant for misdemeanor speeding after a December video; he’s on the reserve list, his guaranteed contract money was voided, and the team may trade or release him.

29. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources

    Brandon Aiyuk's arrest warrant fuels 49ers push to trade or cut him

    A Santa Clara County arrest warrant for speeding adds pressure on the 49ers to trade or release Brandon Aiyuk, who is already linked to the Washington Commanders amid contract and injury concerns.

30. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 4 sources

    San Francisco 49ers' Brandon Aiyuk deemed untradeable

    Brandon Aiyuk, sidelined by a knee injury and with a massive contract, is considered “untradeable,” leaving the 49ers to consider a post‑June 1 release to save cap space.

31. 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources

    Washington Commanders' interest in WR Brandon Aiyuk hits trade impasse

    The Washington Commanders want 49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk but the 49ers demand a trade, prompting speculation the team may target Stefon Diggs instead.

32. 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources

    Brandon Aiyuk Likely to Exit 49ers as Trade Prospects Dim

    Brandon Aiyuk is expected to leave the 49ers, with trades unlikely and a release probable.

33. 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources

    49ers postpone releasing wideout Brandon Aiyuk

    49ers plan to delay cutting Brandon Aiyuk while seeking trade value amid criticism.

34. 3 months ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources

    San Francisco 49ers Keep Brandon Aiyuk Rights Amid Trade Stalemate

    The 49ers retain Brandon Aiyuk’s rights but have received no serious trade offers, leaving his future uncertain.

35. 3 months ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources

    49ers GM John Lynch weighs Brandon Aiyuk trade as AI stance draws fan backlash ahead of 2026 draft

    Lynch weighs Aiyuk trade possibilities while facing backlash over AI use in the 2026 NFL draft.