San Francisco 49ers remove Brandon Aiyuk from active roster status

San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch confirmed on August 31 that wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk will not receive a scheduled $24.935 million option bonus. The payout, originally slated for September 1, remains unpaid because Aiyuk is currently on the team's Reserve/Left Squad list. Lynch stated that the status of the former All-Pro remains unchanged, effectively removing him from the active roster as the organization prepares for its upcoming season opener in Australia. The decision follows a period of mounting tension between the player and the franchise, stemming from unresolved contract disputes and public frustration. Aiyuk, who signed a four-year, $120 million extension in 2024, is not currently participating in team activities. The 49ers are proceeding with the 2026 campaign without the wide receiver as they finalize their 53-man roster.

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