George Kittle on another team acquiring Brandon Aiyuk: Have fun with all that comes with it
NBC Sports • • sports
Key Points:
- Wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk is actively pushing for a trade or release from the San Francisco 49ers, recently posting a video shouting “Go Commanders!” to signal his preferred destination.
- Aiyuk has posted multiple videos critical of the 49ers amid his efforts to move on, but the team has not yet agreed to trade or release him, leaving his status uncertain.
- 49ers tight end George Kittle acknowledged Aiyuk’s talent and work ethic but hinted at challenges related to Aiyuk’s recent serious knee injury, which has kept him out since the 2024 season.
- Kittle praised Aiyuk’s speed and agility from past observations but was noncommittal about his current condition, implying that the Commanders would face both potential and risks if they acquire him.
- Unless Aiyuk reports to training camp, the 49ers may continue to hold firm, prolonging the uncertainty surrounding his future with the team.
