Things have been trending in this direction the entire offseason amid speculation that Aiyuk is seeking a deal along the lines of Amon-Ra St. Brown’s $30M/year extension. Now, Aiyuk is officially holding out after being absent from mandatory OTAs this week, and will likely continue his holdout as deep into the offseason as necessary to get a deal done. The possibility of a trade out of San Francisco also remains squarely on the table for the former 2020 1st-round pick, especially considering the 49ers are grappling with the contract situation of fellow WR Deebo Samuel. Aiyuk has fanned the flames on trade rumors throughout the offseason since the 49ers Super Bowl loss to the Chiefs, and after making it through the draft without being shipped to a new team, Aiyuk would have to play out his $14M fifth-year option if he were to take the field without signing an extension. In Aiyuk’s absence, former Florida wide receiver and first-round pick Ricky Pearsall has been making noise in minicamp with his sure hands and rapport with Brock Purdy. Regardless of whether Aiyuk plays the 2024 season in Santa Clara or elsewhere, he’ll rank among fantasy football’s most coveted assets. For now, fantasy managers can keep a thumb on the pulse of the situation without worrying just yet about missed games in 2024.