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49ers Put Brandon Aiyuk on Left-Squad List, Return Planned Oct. 19

7/26/2026

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The San Francisco 49ers placed Brandon Aiyuk on the left-squad list, removing him from the roster.
Aiyuk, out since a Week 7 2024 ACL tear, said he will return to Levi’s Stadium on Oct. 19.
He bought a $10 million home in Virginia near the Washington Commanders’ Ashburn practice site and posted gear photos.
General manager John Lynch said no trade has materialized and Aiyuk must request NFL reinstatement before transaction.

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The San Francisco 49ers placed Brandon Aiyuk on the left-squad list, removing him from the roster.
Aiyuk, out since a Week 7 2024 ACL tear, said he will return to Levi’s Stadium on Oct. 19.
He bought a $10 million home in Virginia near the Washington Commanders’ Ashburn practice site and posted gear photos.
General manager John Lynch said no trade has materialized and Aiyuk must request NFL reinstatement before transaction.