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How Long Are You Willing To Wait For Brandon Aiyuk?

Jul 24, 2025; Santa Clara, CA, USA; San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk (in black hoodie) watches his teammates work out during the second day of training camp. Mandatory Credit: D. Ross Cameron-Imagn Images | D. Ross Cameron-Imagn Images

The overwhelming consensus among the NFL community is that the Washington Commanders are the next home for disgruntled San Francisco 49ers receiver Brandon Aiyuk. The storyline is overbearing, specifically in the 49ers’ and Commanders’ circles, as the majority of fans and local media are just waiting for each team’s next move. How long is Washington, if they are truly ready to take on Aiyuk, willing to wait for the 28-year-old receiver?

There is no incentive for the 49ers to release Aiyuk right now or in the foreseeable future. It could be a long wait for any team willing to offer Aiyuk a contract. So, can Washington rip the band-aid off and simply trade for him?

Michael Ginnitti, Co-Founder/Editor of Spotrac, says that it is certainly a viable option for Washington to trade for Aiyuk. However, it behooves the 49ers to wait before moving on from him, and that could be as late as June.

Michael Ginnitti (@spotrac) says Washington does have the financial means to trade for Brandon Aiyuk, but says it’s in San Francisco’s best interest to wait until June to move on from Aiyuk, taking on a $20 million cap loss.

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How Long Are You Willing To Wait For Brandon Aiyuk?

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