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Brandon Aiyuk owing the 49ers money could complicate his release

The Ringer’s Tom Pelissero tweeted the following about San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk: Veteran WR Brandon Aiyuk owes the 49ers roughly $13 million in bonus forfeiture — a potential complication in his efforts to secure his release by…

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 3:17 AM
Brandon Aiyuk owing the 49ers money could complicate his release
Key Things to Know
  • Brandon Aiyuk reportedly owes the 49ers approximately $13 million in bonus forfeiture, complicating his potential release.
  • The NFL Management Council and the NFLPA are actively involved to resolve the financial dispute through agreement or arbitration.
  • Agent Drew Rosenhaus scheduled a Friday afternoon meeting with the 49ers to discuss the wide receiver's status.
The Story in 60 Seconds

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk reportedly owes the team roughly $13 million in bonus forfeiture, potentially complicating his pursuit of a release upon reporting to the team facility on Friday. According to reporter Tom Pelissero, both the NFL Management Council and the NFL Players Association are involved to resolve the financial dispute either through a mutual agreement or arbitration.

Agent Drew Rosenhaus stated that Aiyuk intends to meet with the 49ers on Friday afternoon. Kyle Posey suggests that keeping Aiyuk or restructuring his contract remain possible options, though head coach Kyle Shanahan reportedly indicated his mind is already made up.

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