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Brandon Aiyuk's Instagram rants spark backlash from former 49ers player

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 3:09 AM

Last updated Jul 4, 2026

Brandon Aiyuk's Instagram rants spark backlash from former 49ers player

Summary

Brandon Aiyuk, former San Francisco 49ers wide receiver, continues to express discontent with the team via Instagram. Ex-49ers safety Donte Whitner criticized Aiyuk's statements about not caring for financial consequences, suggesting the 49ers could pursue recouping a portion of Aiyuk's $23 million signing bonus. Whitner indicated Aiyuk's behavior could reflect poorly on his future contracts. The 49ers are considering actions stemming from Aiyuk's public remarks and behavior, particularly his missed rehab obligations following injuries sustained in 2024. Aiyuk also accused the 49ers of failing to pay him over the past 17 months, exacerbating tensions with the franchise.

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Status Watch

•Brandon Aiyuk demands to be released from the 49ers on Instagram.
•Donte Whitner critiques Aiyuk's financial recklessness.
•49ers are seeking to recover part of Aiyuk's signing bonus.
•Aiyuk has not engaged with the 49ers since last year.
•Aiyuk claims the team hasn't paid him in 17 months.

Latest Updates

3:09 AMYahoo Sports — Former 49ers Star Wants Brandon Aiyuk to Lose "Every Dollar" Amid Ongoing Instagram Rants

What they're saying

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Former San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk might have to put his money where his mouth is. After Aiyuk’s incessant rants on Instagram demanding that his former team release him, the 49ers are taking matters into their own hands.
— Yahoo Sports

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