Brandon Aiyuk criticizes NFLPA on social media, hints at smear campaign
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 19, 2026, 4:40 AM
Last updated Jul 19, 2026
Brandon Aiyuk, the soon-to-be former San Francisco 49ers wide receiver, targeted the NFLPA in a recent social media post. He suggested the players' association might initiate a smear campaign against him, affecting his brand. This marks another public critique from Aiyuk, who previously expressed discontent with the NFLPA in late June. The 49ers stated that Aiyuk had stopped communication and would not remain with the team. Without significant response from the NFLPA, Aiyuk continues to be vocal about his issues as rookies report to training camp.
- •Aiyuk accuses the NFLPA of planning a smear campaign.
- •The 49ers have confirmed Aiyuk is no longer in communication with the team.
- •This is Aiyuk's second public critique of the NFLPA in recent weeks.
- •Rookies have started reporting to training camp.
- 4:40 AMYahoo Sports — Brandon Aiyuk targets the NFLPA in his latest social media post. Again.
"The poor players’ association isn’t safe from Aiyuk’s rage.
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