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Brandon Aiyuk calls out NFLPA in cryptic Instagram statement

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 29, 2026, 12:15 AM

Last updated Jun 29, 2026

Brandon Aiyuk calls out NFLPA in cryptic Instagram statement

Summary

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk has criticized the NFL Players Association in a statement on Instagram. He accused the union of 'lying/withholding information' regarding player support in his ongoing frustrations with the team. This follows a YouTube video where Aiyuk called out his former agent, Ryan Williams, and team officials, including general manager John Lynch. He expressed that his relationship with the team is irreparable and that he has not been at the team's facility for some time. Aiyuk's situation has been complicated by a warrants issued for his arrest, reportedly leading him to avoid returning to California.

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Key Details

•Aiyuk's Instagram post accuses the NFLPA of misinformation.
•He has expressed ongoing frustrations with the 49ers and requested a trade.
•The wide receiver has not been at the team's facility for an extended period.
•An arrest warrant for Aiyuk may affect his status with the team.
•His YouTube video criticized both Williams and Lynch, indicating deepening rifts.

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12:15 AMYahoo Sports — Brandon Aiyuk releases cryptic Instagram Story statement against NFLPA

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49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk is calling out the National Football League Players Association. Aiyuk’s statement against the NFLPA came on his Instagram story as he is calling for them...
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