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George Kittle Doesn’t Hold Back on Wild 49ers-Brandon Aiyuk Situation

George Kittle Doesn’t Hold Back on Wild 49ers-Brandon Aiyuk Situation

Summary

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk has been publicly criticizing the team on social media to try to force a trade to the Washington Commanders. Tight end George Kittle said the 49ers have done their best to handle the situation, but Aiyuk’s actions have made it more difficult. The team has not released Aiyuk because they want to get some value in return and he is currently not on the active roster or salary list.

Key Facts

  • Brandon Aiyuk has publicly criticized the 49ers on social media during the offseason.
  • Aiyuk wants to be traded to the Washington Commanders.
  • George Kittle said the team’s coaches, leaders, and players have tried to resolve the issue.
  • The 49ers held onto Aiyuk to try to get a draft pick in return.
  • Aiyuk’s social media behavior has scared teams away from trading for him.
  • Aiyuk is on the reserve/left squad list, so he is not currently paid a salary.
  • The 49ers voided Aiyuk’s guaranteed money, costing him over $27 million next season.
  • Kittle emphasized the 49ers organization treats players with respect and that the situation is mostly due to Aiyuk.
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