49ers prepare to part ways with Brandon Aiyuk after offseason conflict
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 11:30 PM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
The San Francisco 49ers are reportedly ready to release wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk after a tumultuous offseason marked by social media controversies and off-field incidents. NFL insider Jason La Canfora reports the decision follows Aiyuk's diminished performance and a season-ending injury that sidelined him for 2025. Sources indicate that San Francisco voided Aiyuk’s guaranteed money last season, escalating tensions between the player and the team. Following his expected release, Aiyuk is anticipated to join the Washington Commanders, where he will reunite with quarterback Jayden Daniels from his college days at Arizona State.
- •49ers expected to release Brandon Aiyuk soon
- •Conflict over Aiyuk's behavior led to team tensions
- •Aiyuk had a limited 2024 season due to injury
- •49ers voided Aiyuk’s guaranteed money last season
- •He may sign with the Washington Commanders next
- 11:30 PMYahoo Sports — 49ers finally make decision on Brandon Aiyuk’s NFL future: Report
"The offseason drama between the San Francisco 49ers and wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk is reportedly about to come to an end.
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