Brandon Aiyuk to return to 49ers’ facility Friday afternoon, reportedly discussing forfeiture of $13 million bonus

Aiyuk's return to San Francisco will hopefully resolve a year-long saga.

By Kari Anderson · Yahoo Sports

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 3:08 AM

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Brandon Aiyuk plans to return to the 49ers' facility Friday amid reported talks about forfeiting a $13 million bonus.
Aiyuk has officially filed paperwork with the NFL for reinstatement from the reserve/left squad list.
Agent Drew Rosenhaus confirmed Aiyuk will report to San Francisco's team facility at 3 p.m. on Friday.

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Brandon Aiyuk is scheduled to return to the San Francisco 49ers' facility on Friday afternoon as he seeks reinstatement to the NFL. According to reports, the wide receiver has filed paperwork to return from the reserve/left squad list and is reportedly discussing the forfeiture of a $13 million bonus.

Aiyuk has not played in an NFL game since suffering a severe knee injury in 2024 against the Kansas City Chiefs. His new agent, Drew Rosenhaus, confirmed the paperwork submission and stated that Aiyuk will arrive at the team facility at 3 p.m. on Friday, forcing the 49ers to address his future.

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