Brandon Aiyuk faces uncertain NFL future amid contract disputes
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 6:27 AM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk remains ineligible to play after being placed on the left squad list in December 2025 due to going AWOL amid contract disputes. He failed to meet rehab targets for his torn ACL, resulting in voided contract guarantees for 2026. Aiyuk needs to contact NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell to seek reinstatement, but reports indicate he is unwilling to do so while holding out for a release. The Washington Commanders were previously considered a potential destination for Aiyuk, but they have signed Stefon Diggs, further complicating his situation. Without taking action, Aiyuk's NFL career is in limbo.
- •Aiyuk has been ineligible to play for over eight months.
- •He must request reinstatement from NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell.
- •Aiyuk declined to communicate with the 49ers amid his contract disputes.
- •The Commanders signed Stefon Diggs, limiting Aiyuk's options.
- •Aiyuk's career could remain stagnant without a strategic decision.
- 6:27 AMYahoo Sports — Brandon Aiyuk’s NFL future remains uncertain without eligibility to play, unless he takes one step
"San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk’s status as an ineligible player has continued for over eight months, and he can’t attempt an NFL return unless he takes one step. Aiyuk was placed on the 49ers’ left squad list in December 2025 for going AWOL amid contract disputes from voided 2026 guarantees after failing to meet rehab targets for his torn ACL.
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