Jayden Daniels addresses social media fallout with Brandon Aiyuk
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 9:40 AM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
Jayden Daniels spoke about his recent interaction with Brandon Aiyuk during a media session after training camp practice on July 30, 2026. Aiyuk, currently under contract with the San Francisco 49ers, has expressed a desire to join the Washington Commanders, where Daniels plays. Tensions arose when Aiyuk criticized Daniels for laughing off comments from a 49ers fan, leading them to unfollow each other on Instagram. Daniels confirmed they resolved the matter privately, indicating their friendship remains intact despite the social media misstep.
- •Daniels and Aiyuk are former college teammates.
- •Aiyuk has made it clear he wants to play for the Commanders.
- •Aiyuk remains under contract with the 49ers and hasn't applied for reinstatement.
- •Tensions arose from a social media fallout earlier this month.
- •Daniels emphasized their communication remains private.
- 9:40 AMYahoo Sports — Did Jayden Daniels smooth things over with Brandon Aiyuk?
"Jayden Daniels speaks on recent social media interaction with good friend Brandon Aiyuk, calling it a "private" matter.
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