The San Francisco 49ers found themselves embroiled in the rumor mill over the weekend as talk surfaced about star wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk requesting a trade, with the 2024 NFL Draft approaching just two weeks away.
Now, Aiyuk’s agent, Ryan Williams, seemed to dispel the rumors on Sunday morning, questioning the validity behind such rumors, but the 49ers are still amid a contract negotiation with the star receiver, who is looking to earn an extension this offseason.
San Francisco has remained steadfast with their notion that Aiyuk will be a 49er in 2024, with general manager John Lynch even indicating the team would be willing to let the receiver play on his fifth-year option this upcoming season if a deal can’t materialize.
The timing of the discourse is intriguing with the NFL Draft coming up, leading us to the question: should the 49ers prioritize the receiver position, and would an early selection indicate anything about Aiyuk’s status with the team?
