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49ers Cut Brandon Aiyuk, Void $120M Guarantee

6/22/2026

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Aiyuk Released

The San Francisco 49ers will release Brandon Aiyuk before training camp in late July after voiding his remaining guaranteed money because he missed rehab sessions.
Aiyuk is under a $120 million extension signed in August 2024 but has not played since tearing his ACL and MCL in October 2024.
In January, GM John Lynch said Aiyuk has played his last snap for San Francisco while Washington GM Adam Peters has not offered a trade.

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Kittle Criticizes Aiyuk

George Kittle voiced frustration with Brandon Aiyuk’s conduct on the “Pardon My Take” podcast.
Kittle said Aiyuk can run 22 mph and stop on a dime in training.
Kittle added he has not heard from Aiyuk since Weeks 6-8 of the 2025 season, despite a post-injury text.
Kittle warned that Aiyuk’s June 6 Commanders-hat Instagram post and other antics have rubbed people the wrong way for the 49ers.

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Aiyuk Released

The San Francisco 49ers will release Brandon Aiyuk before training camp in late July after voiding his remaining guaranteed money because he missed rehab sessions.
Aiyuk is under a $120 million extension signed in August 2024 but has not played since tearing his ACL and MCL in October 2024.
In January, GM John Lynch said Aiyuk has played his last snap for San Francisco while Washington GM Adam Peters has not offered a trade.

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