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Brandon Aiyuk's Speeding Video Sparks Police Review, Contract Fallout

12/25/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Brandon Aiyuk, the San Francisco 49ers wide receiver, posted a video of driving at over 100 mph near Levi's Stadium, prompting a review by the Santa Clara Police Department.
The video appeared while Aiyuk was sidelined by injuries.
Aiyuk apologized publicly and pledged not to speed in future videos.
The San Francisco 49ers voided over $25 million in guaranteed money from Aiyuk's contract because of missed rehabilitation sessions.

History

Historical Context

The NFL has faced ongoing scrutiny over player conduct since the 2007 implementation of stricter policies by Commissioner Roger Goodell, following numerous scandals, including the 2014 Ray Rice incident. Recently, the San Francisco 49ers voided over $25 million from Brandon Aiyuk's contract due to missed rehabilitation sessions, highlighting the league's persistent challenges in managing player behavior and accountability.

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Story summary

Brandon Aiyuk, the San Francisco 49ers wide receiver, posted a video of driving at over 100 mph near Levi's Stadium, prompting a review by the Santa Clara Police Department.
The video appeared while Aiyuk was sidelined by injuries.
Aiyuk apologized publicly and pledged not to speed in future videos.
The San Francisco 49ers voided over $25 million in guaranteed money from Aiyuk's contract because of missed rehabilitation sessions.

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