The two sides haven’t had extensive contract talks since May, Rapoport reported.
broke the news Tuesday afternoon, surprising many NFL observers, as the receiver and San Francisco have been at a stalemate over a new contract, which resulted in the Aiyuk formally requesting a deal out of town last week. Aiyuk does want to remain with the team if possible, but the situation comes down to Aiyuk looking for a long-term deal and a payday.
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk, top, catches a pass against Detroit Lions cornerback Kindle Vildor during the second half of the NFC Championship NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Jan. 28, 2024.However, the 26-year-old isn’t in a position of power in this situation with the Niners, and holding out might not have done much to move the situation along.
Lynch also indicated the organization would continue to try and work out a new contract with the talented wide receiver.. “We started this really early. We made it a priority to try to get it done. We’ve had excellent communication throughout. I really don’t want to characterize it. We haven’t been able to and that’s a shame. But Brandon’s a big part of our team, and we expect that he will be this year.
Aiyuk is in the final year of his rookie contract and his set to make $14 million after recording 153 catches for 2,357 yards and 15 receiving touchdowns over his past two seasons.The teams that control the direction of this MLB trade deadline
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