"It's been a contentious relationship ever since [Brandon] Aiyuk broke out, with a holdout and trade request leading up to his '24 extension and the club being open to trading the wideout this past March despite the long-term deal. Barring a reconciliation between the 27-year-old and the 49ers this offseason, Aiyuk's placement on the reserve/left squad list is nearing the final chapter of a dramatic five-year run in San Francisco."
"Aiyuk is taking a calculated gamble. He's not going to get much money on his next contract, at least not initially. This mission is to get an opportunity to play where he wants, and linking up with his old college quarterback, Jayden Daniels, in Washington could be high on his list of preferred destinations. Daniels and Aiyuk remain extremely close."
The Washington Commanders face a critical offseason requiring another roster overhaul under general manager Adam Peters after a season that began with high expectations but collapsed into chaos. Wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk’s relationship with the San Francisco 49ers has soured; he did not play this season due to injury and has checked out, prompting the 49ers to void guarantees and place him on the reserve/left squad list. Aiyuk is taking a calculated gamble to find a preferred playing destination rather than maximum pay, and reuniting with college quarterback Jayden Daniels in Washington is an appealing option given their close relationship and Peters’ familiarity.
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