49ers face decision on Brandon Aiyuk's $20 million contract savings
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 3:00 PM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
As of June 1, the San Francisco 49ers have the option to cut wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk and save approximately $20 million against the salary cap. ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler noted that rival executives deem Aiyuk untradeable due to a knee issue and diminished communication with the team. The 49ers' management appears hesitant to acknowledge this possibility publicly, despite the growing sentiment that Aiyuk's future with the team is uncertain. The team will soon focus on players participating in upcoming OTAs and mandatory minicamp, while Aiyuk's status remains a concern as the summer progresses.
- •49ers can save $20 million if Aiyuk is cut post-June 1.
- •Executives believe Aiyuk is currently untradeable due to injury.
- •Lack of communication between Aiyuk and the 49ers raises concerns.
- •Team focuses on OTAs and minicamp as summer approaches.
- •Any potential trade would likely yield minimal compensation.
- 3:00 PMYahoo Sports — How the 49ers can save around $20 million on Brandon Aiyuk’s contract
"ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler believes 49ers’ WR Brandon Aiyuk’s contract is untradeable
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