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49ers Considering Trade of Injured Receiver Brandon Aiyuk

4/7/2026

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The San Francisco 49ers plan to trade wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk, pending acceptable offers.
Aiyuk has not played since October 2024 due to a severe knee injury and has missed rehab.
His high salary complicates trades, and teams would likely need to renegotiate.
The Washington Commanders are seen as a likely destination due to Aiyuk's connection with quarterback Jayden Daniels, though the 49ers could keep him.

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Story summary

The San Francisco 49ers plan to trade wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk, pending acceptable offers.
Aiyuk has not played since October 2024 due to a severe knee injury and has missed rehab.
His high salary complicates trades, and teams would likely need to renegotiate.
The Washington Commanders are seen as a likely destination due to Aiyuk's connection with quarterback Jayden Daniels, though the 49ers could keep him.