Could all of this just be smoke following a deflating loss in the Super Bowl in all-time dramatic fashion? It very well may be. But when rumors are thrown around of one of the league’s most productive receivers potentially being on the move, we can’t just glance over it. Aiyuk was one of the most efficient pass catchers in the NFL this season on a per-reception basis, finishing second in the NFL in yards per reception behind George Pickens and finishing as the only WR with over 1300 receiving yards on fewer than 100 targets.
The problem for Aiyuk in San Francisco has been opportunity throughout his career, competing with the likes of Deebo Samuel and George Kittle, and eventually Christian McCaffrey for targets week in and week out. Aiyuk remains under contract with the 49ers through 2024, but if San Fran would be unable to come to terms with Aiyuk on whatever drama has unfolded these past few days, he would be one of the most sought-after weapons in the league this offseason, both in real life and in fantasy football.