San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk told Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels that “they don’t want me back,” sparking speculation about his future with the 49ers. Aiyuk, who is seeking a new contract, has yet to secure one. This has led to trade rumors, especially given Aiyuk’s connection to Daniels from their time together at Arizona State.
A proposed trade by Heavy Sports suggests the Commanders could acquire Aiyuk in exchange for Dyami Brown and a 2025 second-round pick:
**Commanders Receive:** Aiyuk
**49ers Receive:** Brown, 2025 second-round pick
CBS Sports’ Cody Benjamin identified the Commanders as a likely destination for Aiyuk, noting his conversation with Daniels might indicate a potential reunion. Benjamin mentioned that Commanders’ GM Adam Peters, who helped draft Aiyuk for the 49ers in 2020, might be interested in bringing him to Washington, considering Peters’ history with Aiyuk and his current role in D.C.
ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reported that while the 49ers are interested in keeping Aiyuk long-term, they have not yet committed to meeting his market value. Meanwhile, the Commanders have the cap space to potentially offer a more attractive deal.
Adding Aiyuk could significantly bolster the Commanders’ offense, which struggled last season. With Curtis Samuel gone, Aiyuk’s presence would complement Terry McLaurin and support rookie quarterback Daniels. Aiyuk’s impressive 2023-24 season, where he posted 1,342 yards and seven touchdowns, suggests he could be a valuable asset for Washington.