"But if [Brandon] Aiyuk can't join a team until, say, late August it would be nearly two years since he even practiced, let alone played. Add to that, he'd have to learn a new offense. For a staff that could be coaching for their futures, one former executive said, it would be hard to wait for potential contributions."
"On the other hand, if Aiyuk is signed earlier and plays well, there is a better chance Washington could re-sign him to a bigger deal after the season."
"The San Francisco 49ers are holding firm in their stance, refusing to gift-wrap Aiyuk for Washington. And with his roster bonus not due until the first game week of the 2026 season, they could hold onto him for months yet."
"The Niners and Commanders both know that Aiyuk's preference is to join Daniels in Washington. But unless Peters changes his stance about sending over a draft pick to trade for him, San Francisco can make this as hard as they like."
Washington is seeking receiver help because there is no legitimate No. 2 option opposite Terry McLaurin, and the current second-team options lack experience or proven production. Brandon Aiyuk is a top target, while momentum is building around Stefon Diggs. Jayden Daniels wants to reunite with Aiyuk, his close friend and former college teammate. The 49ers are holding firm and refusing to trade Aiyuk to Washington, and a roster bonus not due until the first game week of the 2026 season could keep him unavailable for months. Waiting could be difficult to justify because Aiyuk has missed significant time and would need to learn a new offense, especially with coaching futures at stake. If Washington signs him earlier and he performs, Washington could have a better chance to re-sign him to a larger deal after the season.
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