Brandon Aiyuk indicates he wants trade from 49ers amid GM visit
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 7:55 PM
Last updated Jun 28, 2026
Brandon Aiyuk expressed a desire to be traded or released from the San Francisco 49ers during a June 28 statement. The situation escalated when 49ers GM John Lynch reportedly visited Aiyuk's home in an attempt to apologize for head coach Kyle Shanahan's behavior, which Aiyuk described as problematic. Aiyuk, who has not played since October 2024 due to injuries, criticized Lynch's presence as 'creepy' and claims he will no longer associate with the 49ers, hinting at a future with the Washington Commanders. Details about the visit remain uncorroborated.
- •Brandon Aiyuk seeks a trade or release from the 49ers.
- •John Lynch's visit aimed to address tensions with Aiyuk.
- •Aiyuk has not played since October 2024 due to injuries.
- •Described Lynch's visit as 'creepy' and unsafe.
- •Aiyuk is open to playing for the Washington Commanders.
- 7:55 PMYahoo Sports — San Francisco 49ers GM Recently Showed up to Brandon Aiyuk’s House
"Right now, the NFL’s worst-kept secret is that Brandon Aiyuk wants to be cut or traded from the San Francisco […]
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