From The San Francisco Standard · · 1m 10s
Brandon Aiyuk's 49ers exit plan
Aiyuk aims to force 49ers to release him after 11 months on reserve list.
In brief
Aiyuk aims to force 49ers to release him after 11 months on reserve list. Brandon Aiyuk plans to report to 49ers facility Friday to trigger release after 11 months on reserve/left squad list. Originally reported by The San Francisco Standard.
Aiyuk's 49ers status
Brandon Aiyuk hasn’t played in the NFL since October 2024.
Aiyuk's reinstatement plan
Aiyuk reportedly plans to report to 49ers facility Friday after hiring agent Drew Rosenhaus.
49ers' contractual obligations
49ers cannot turn down Aiyuk’s reinstatement request ahead of Nov 10 trade deadline.
Likely release outcome
49ers will likely release Aiyuk to align with coach Kyle Shanahan and GM John Lynch.
Aiyuk's social media history
Aiyuk called 49ers 'female dogs' who were 'stupid' for paying him nearly $50 million since 2024.
“Aiyuk called 49ers 'female dogs' who were 'stupid' for paying him nearly $50 million since 2024”
Legal hurdles
Aiyuk has three open traffic cases, including a warrant for arrest from speeding near Levi’s Stadium.
Physical exam and salary impact
49ers must subject Aiyuk to physical; if he fails, he goes on injured reserve with $715,000 owed.
Contract implications
49ers voided guarantees after Aiyuk failed to meet attendance and rehab requirements in summer 2025.
At a glance
Brandon Aiyuk plans to report to 49ers facility Friday to trigger release after 11 months on reserve/left squad list.
