Will Brandon Aiyuk be on a new team come Week 1 of the fantasy football season? (Photo by Perry Knotts/Getty Images)
San Francisco 49ers superstar wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk has officially requested a trade, NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo reported Tuesday.
Those who have followed along all offseason aren’t likely surprised by the latest development, as Aiyuk has been vocal in his quest for a new deal entering his fifth NFL season. The 49ers picked up his fifth-year option ahead of his 2023 campaign, guaranteeing him $14.12 million this year, but it’s been abundantly clear that Aiyuk is seeking more long-term security.
Word following the reports of Aiyuk’s trade request is that the 49ers are not interested in a trade and would rather continue to pursue a long-term deal. However, with veterans set to report to training camp on July 23, one might consider that day a “deadline” of sorts to get the deal done.
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Let’s say Aiyuk and the 49ers don’t come to terms on a new contract extension. Here are four potential landing spots that fantasy football managers should hope to see for Aiyuk’s new home.
There’s been a slew of rumors about a potential trade of Aiyuk to the Commanders. The source of the trade buzz? One could argue that it’s Brandon Aiyuk himself, who’s been in talks with his former Arizona State quarterback and 2024 No. 2 overall draft pick, Jayden Daniels, all summer long.
Aside from the obvious potential chemistry the two could have from the onset given their history together, the trade would make sense from an organizational standpoint as well — particularly for the fantasy value of Daniels, who’s throwing to a suspect line of receivers behind Terry McLaurin.
Though rookie quarterbacks rarely produce two viable fantasy assets — particularly when their game cruxes on a supplemental rushing attack — there’s still some reason to believe Washington is a favorable landing spot for the value of both Aiyuk and…
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Publish date : 2024-07-16 19:24:51
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