San Francisco 49ers considering release of Brandon Aiyuk soon
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 7:26 PM
Last updated Jun 14, 2026
The San Francisco 49ers could part ways with receiver Brandon Aiyuk as early as this offseason. Despite having not played since 2024 due to a knee injury, Aiyuk remains with the team as of June 2026. The 49ers are assessing their roster options, particularly given Aiyuk's hefty $13.6 million cap number and the absence of viable trade partners. Aiyuk's social media activity has sparked speculation about his future, with the team potentially opting to release him to save on cap space. If released after June 1, the 49ers would save $6.3 million in cap space, avoiding substantial dead cap charges.
- •Brandon Aiyuk missed the entire 2025 season due to injury.
- •The 49ers can save $6.3 million in cap space if Aiyuk is released post-June 1.
- •Aiyuk posted a cryptic message on social media hinting at a potential change.
- •The team faces no current trade offers for Aiyuk.
- •Aiyuk has a four-year, $120 million contract with substantial cap implications.
- 7:26 PMYahoo Sports — San Francisco 49ers Could Part Ways With All-Pro Soon
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