Brandon Aiyuk: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Buffalo Bills News / Gridiron Heroics / January 25

'Significant Upgrade': Bills Named Top Landing Spot for Star Wide Receiver to Pair With Josh Allen

The Buffalo Bills emerged quickly in the Brandon Aiyuk sweepstakes as the offseason opened, drawing attention as a logical landing spot to upgrade Josh Allen’s receiving corps.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / January 25

Chargers Listed as Top Landing Spot for Former All-Pro WR

The Los Angeles Chargers will begin retooling their roster in a few weeks when free agency arrives. The team will have no issues signing who they please, as their cap space is already north of $100 million before cuts and restructures.

Buffalo Bills News / Buffalo Bills on SI / January 24

Bills Urged to Pursue Former First-Round Pick to Shore Up WR Depth

After falling short in the NFL playoffs once again, it's clear that the Buffalo Bills need to upgrade their talent at the wide receiver position. For that reason, they're going to be linked to every possible available wideout throughout the 2026 offseason.

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San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / January 24

Why the 49ers Will be Unable to Trade Brandon Aiyuk

Bizarre, weird, and a debacle. Those are just a few words to use when describing the Brandon Aiyuk situation for the San Francisco 49ers. Aiyuk completely ghosted the 49ers this season.

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The best teams do not always win the Super Bowl. Sometimes, great NFL squads have failed to win a playoff game. Here are the best ones since the AFL-NFL merger to fall short of advancing in a postseason bracket.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / January 23

Why this 49ers player faces serious pressure entering the 2026 NFL season

The San Francisco 49ers’ season exposed one glaring weakness that needs to be fixed. That position is at wide receiver. After the news about Brandon Aiyuk’s future in the City by the Bay, the 49ers officially no longer have a WR1 option.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Total Pro Sports / January 23

Las Vegas Raiders Pushed Toward Controversial Move For All-Pro NFL Wide Receiver

Despite heavy odds, the San Francisco 49ers still managed a good NFL season. Injuries hit them hard, with several key players missing significant time.

NFL News / Washington Commanders on SI / January 23

Commanders Just Got One Step Closer to Adding 49ers Weapon

The Washington Commanders will be looking to turn things around in 2026 after a disastrous 2025 season. Washington has already hired a new offensive coordinator in David Blough following the separation with Kliff Kingsbury, and is currently on the hunt for their next defensive coordinator before beginning to examine improving the roster.

San Francisco 49ers News / Stadium Rant / January 23

The Four Teams To Watch For Brandon Aiyuk

Wide Receiver Brandon Aiyuk’s era with the San Francisco 49ers has come to an end and is officially over. The Pittsburgh Steelers, Washington Commanders, Tennessee Titans, and Cleveland Browns could be top suitors.

San Francisco 49ers News / Gridiron Heroics / January 23

NFL Expert Urges 49ers to 'Find a Difference-Making Wide Receiver' — Here’s Why

The San Francisco 49ers’ offseason blueprint now points squarely at acquiring a true difference‑maker at wide receiver to replace lost production and stabilize an uncertain depth chart.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 23

Commanders rumors: Brandon Aiyuk logical ‘landing spot’ detailed by Bill Barnwell

Brandon Aiyuk’s time with the San Francisco 49ers has gone from breakout star to bewildering exit. General manager John Lynch recently stated that the wide receiver has likely played his last snap for the 49ers.

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San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 22

49ers’ 4 top free agent wide receiver targets after Brandon Aiyuk fallout

On Wednesday, the San Francisco 49ers held a press conference to talk about the past season and current changes they are dealing with inlduing the loss of Robert Saleh to the Tennessee Titans.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / January 22

Steelers Could Be Back In On A Big Name Receiver After Agonizing Pursuit

The Pittsburgh Steelers have been cycling through wide receivers like crazy for the last few seasons. They always seem to have a decent number-one option, but never a second option to properly complement him.

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San Francisco 49ers News / A to Z Sports / January 22

Brandon Aiyuk future comes into focus with five landing spots emerging after his apparent final run with the 49ers

Brandon Aiyuk won't be a part of the San Francisco 49ers for much longer. After six seasons, general manager John Lynch admitted that the talented wide receiver has already played his last down as a Niner, and head coach Kyle Shanahan revealed that their relationship is past the point of return.

NFL News / New Orleans Saints on SI / January 21

Saints Should Swing for 49ers Star Brandon Aiyuk

The New Orleans Saints’ offense has a chance to be very good in 2026. Tyler Shough has all of the makings of a legit starting quarterback in this league.

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / January 21

The Commanders will soon have an opportunity to add a playmaker, but it could be a move that backfires

The Washington Commanders will have plenty of changes to the roster this offseason, and general manager Adam Peters needs to be aggressive. Quarterback Jayden Daniels needs support on both sides of the ball, but especially better weapons to throw to.

San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / January 22

49ers GM admits $120M mistake with Brandon Aiyuk update

49ers GM John Lynch admits $120M mistake with Brandon Aiyuk update

The San Francisco 49ers clearly regret making Brandon Aiyuk one of the highest-paid wide receivers in the NFL.

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San Francisco 49ers News / Field Level Media / January 21

Niners GM: 'Safe to say' Brandon Aiyuk won't be back

San Francisco general manager John Lynch does not expect embattled wideout Brandon Aiyuk to return to the 49ers, declaring Wednesday that "it's safe to say that he's played his last snap with the Niners." Aiyuk, 27, missed the entire 2025 season after tearing his ACL and MCL in October of 2024.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / January 21