Aiyuk to Washington: Niners Cut Loose WR

0:00It's March 31st. This is NFL News today, powered by AI tracking teens, players, and standings. The San Francisco 49ers and wider receiver Brandon Ayuk have been locked in tension for almost two years now. Back in 2024, he inked a four-year deal worth $120 million, but then tore his ACL and MCO landing him on injured, reserved for the season. Moving into 2025, Ayuk started on the physically unable to perform list, and by November, the 49ers voided his 2026. Guarantee cash because he wasn't participating enough. Fans and insiders see this as a sign they're heading toward a split, with the team dragging their feet to maybe snag a trade partner instead of just. Cutting him loose for nothing. Word is, Washington commanders are the prime destination, needing a top threat opposite Terry McLaren to open things up for quarterback Jaden. Daniels, who happens to be Ayuk's close buddy, expect Ayuk to suit up there soon.

1:02Likely after a cut since trading that contract is tricky, setting him up to ball out in 2026 with a fresh start.