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49ers' Aiyuk Likely Done as Team Eyes Cap Cuts

1/30/2026

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San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch says wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk has likely played his last game, following significant injuries in 2024 and no team activities.
The 49ers may release Aiyuk post-June 1 for about $6.3 million in cap savings.
Analyst Alex Ballentine cites cap casualties, noting Bryce Huff and Jake Brendel, with Huff underperforming and Brendel possibly cut for financial reasons.
Cap space stands at $23.3 million.

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San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch says wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk has likely played his last game, following significant injuries in 2024 and no team activities.
The 49ers may release Aiyuk post-June 1 for about $6.3 million in cap savings.
Analyst Alex Ballentine cites cap casualties, noting Bryce Huff and Jake Brendel, with Huff underperforming and Brendel possibly cut for financial reasons.
Cap space stands at $23.3 million.