Brandon Aiyuk seeks new team amid 49ers contract uncertainty
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 10:37 PM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk expressed intentions to leave the team, suggesting he has interest from the Washington Commanders. Following his failure to comply with the team’s recovery plan for a torn ACL and subsequent communication breakdown, the 49ers have cut his guaranteed money. In a recent social media post, Aiyuk asserted he would sign with the Commanders if released, signaling a strained relationship with San Francisco. The 49ers start their 2026 season against the Los Angeles Rams in Melbourne, Australia, with Aiyuk not expected to be part of the roster.
- •Aiyuk claims he will sign with the Commanders if released.
- •The 49ers have cut Aiyuk's guaranteed money due to recovery plan issues.
- •Aiyuk's relationship with the 49ers has deteriorated significantly.
- •The 49ers begin the 2026 season against the Rams on Week 1.
- •Aiyuk is linked to Washington through existing connections with quarterback Jayden Daniels.
- 10:37 PMYahoo Sports — 49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk makes wild proclamation in latest post
"San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk is looking for a way out, and he thinks he already has a new home lined up.
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