49ers review worst contracts during Lynch-Shanahan era
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 4:00 PM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
The San Francisco 49ers are assessing their most questionable contracts since John Lynch and Kyle Shanahan took charge in 2017. Brandon Aiyuk's recent deal, worth $120 million over four years, faces scrutiny after a disappointing two-year performance, resulting in voided guarantees. Other contracts under review include Nick Bosa, Trey Lance, and Javon Hargrave, all of whom have had injury struggles affecting their play. The evaluation highlights the difficulties in managing player contracts within an injury-laden roster.
- •Brandon Aiyuk signed a four-year, $120 million contract in 2024.
- •Aiyuk's deal may become one of the worst in Lynch-Shanahan history.
- •Nick Bosa's production declined significantly after his $170 million extension.
- •Trey Lance played only four games on a $34.1 million contract.
- •Javon Hargrave was cut after recording 8 sacks over two seasons.
- 4:00 PMYahoo Sports — Ranking the worst contracts in 49ers history in Lynch-Shanahan era
"Is Brandon Aiyuk's contract the worst by the 49ers since 2017?
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