49ers and Brandon Aiyuk Secure Future with Four-Year, $120 Million Extension
The ongoing saga between the San Francisco 49ers and wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk has finally come to a close with a significant outcome. The Niners and Aiyuk have agreed on a four-year, $120 million contract extension, with $76 million guaranteed. This deal not only solidifies Aiyuk’s place in the team's future but also marks the end of a tumultuous offseason filled with uncertainty.
Earlier this month, it seemed that Aiyuk was on the brink of leaving San Francisco, with reports suggesting a potential trade to the Pittsburgh Steelers. The 49ers had entertained the idea of moving Aiyuk, even reaching out to the Denver Broncos for a possible replacement in Courtland Sutton. However, those talks fell through, and with the regular season fast approaching, both sides revisited negotiations.
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This extension, finalized just days before the start of the season, reflects Aiyuk's value to the team. At 26, Aiyuk is entering his prime, coming off a stellar 2023 season where he recorded 1,342 receiving yards, 75 receptions, and seven touchdowns. It was his second consecutive 1,000-yard season, proving his consistency and growth since being drafted in 2020.
Aiyuk's hold-in during training camp and preseason added to the tension, with the wide receiver abstaining from practice while still attending team meetings. This tactic,
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