Brandon Aiyuk posts another video expressing interest in joining the Commanders
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Key Points:
- San Francisco 49ers receiver Brandon Aiyuk has publicly expressed a strong desire to play for the Washington Commanders, sharing videos on Instagram featuring a Commanders-branded football and statements about signing with the team.
- Aiyuk’s comments suggest either a keen interest in joining the Commanders or possible prior communications with the team, which could raise tampering concerns if done without 49ers’ permission.
- The NFL rarely enforces tampering rules unless evidence is blatant, so any investigation or action may depend on complaints from the 49ers or league discretion.
- Aiyuk is under contract with the 49ers through 2026 with a non-guaranteed salary over $26 million, but the team is expected to release him if he attends training camp.
- He has not participated in the offseason program, which could have been a way to escalate trade discussions or force a move.
