Brandon Aiyuk wears Commanders hat, fueling trade speculation
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 6, 2026, 7:53 PM
Last updated Jun 6, 2026
Brandon Aiyuk, a wide receiver for the San Francisco 49ers, posted a picture of himself in a Washington Commanders hat on social media, intensifying trade rumors. Aiyuk’s desire to join the Commanders has been evident for over two years, dating back to a prior contract dispute. Although the 49ers are reluctant to release him due to potential trade value, Commanders general manager Adam Peters is reportedly unwilling to negotiate, anticipating San Francisco will eventually cut Aiyuk. Aiyuk's contract situation deteriorated after not playing in 2025, leaving him without guaranteed salary. His potential transfer could significantly enhance the Commanders' offense, pairing him with quarterback Jayden Daniels and receiver Terry McLaurin.
- •Aiyuk shares a picture wearing a Commanders hat, raising trade discussions.
- •His preference for the Commanders has been clear for over two years.
- •San Francisco has not released Aiyuk, hoping for a trade return.
- •Aiyuk did not play last season, losing guaranteed salary.
- •Aiyuk could strengthen Washington's passing game if acquired.
- 7:53 PMYahoo Sports — ‘It’s Time,’ ‘Release Him’ — NFL World Reacts As Brandon Aiyuk Shares Picture With Commanders Hat Amid Trade Rumors
"Brandon Aiyuk has spent months making his preference for the Washington Commanders as obvious as possible, and the latest move might be his most direct yet. The San Francisco 49ers wide receiver posted a picture of himself wearing a Commanders hat on social media, sparking another wave of reactions from fans and analysts who have watched this saga drag on for a while now.
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