San Francisco 49ers receiver Brandon Aiyuk is entering the final year of his contract for the 2024 NFL season and feels frustrated that he and the team have not yet agreed on a new deal. During an appearance on the Nightcap podcast with Shannon Sharpe and Chad Johnson, Aiyuk expressed his belief that negotiations with the 49ers do not accurately reflect the value he brings to the team.
Aiyuk had an impressive season last year, leading the 49ers with 75 receptions for a career-high 1,342 yards and seven touchdowns. He is set to earn $14.124 million for the upcoming season, but he believes his performance warrants a more lucrative contract. However, with teammate Deebo Samuel set to make $23.85 million next season and the need to address a potential extension for quarterback Brock Purdy, the 49ers face financial constraints.
Purdy, who led the team to the Super Bowl and was considered an MVP candidate throughout the 2023 season, will become a free agent after the 2025 season. With the 49ers already projected to be over the cap in 2025, General Manager John Lynch will have to make tough decisions about the team’s future financial commitments. Lynch has stated that he is actively engaged in conversations with Aiyuk regarding a new contract and is determined to find a resolution that benefits both
