Steelers consider trade for 49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk amid discontent
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 3:30 PM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
Pittsburgh Steelers are exploring a trade for disgruntled San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk. Sources indicate Aiyuk, unhappy with his situation, has expressed a desire for a fresh start. He signed a four-year, $120 million extension in 2024 but hasn't played since suffering an ACL injury. With Pittsburgh already strong at receiver, pursuing Aiyuk could strengthen their options ahead of the upcoming season. The 49ers may release Aiyuk if a trade partner isn't found.
- •Brandon Aiyuk is unhappy and may be traded or released by the 49ers.
- •Aiyuk signed a $120 million extension but hasn't played since his injury.
- •Steelers are considering adding Aiyuk to bolster their wide receiver group.
- •Aiyuk previously voiced frustration regarding his contract situation on social media.
- •The Steelers have the opportunity to enhance their roster before the season.
- 3:30 PMYahoo Sports — Steelers-49ers blockbuster trade pitch sends disgruntled $120 million All-Pro WR to Pittsburgh
"The Pittsburgh Steelers were recently linked to a disgruntled San Francisco 49ers wide receiver.
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