According to 49ers G.M. John Lynch, there is a possibility that receiver Brandon Aiyuk could be traded this week, but he did not completely rule it out. The best time for a trade would be when the pick the 49ers are acquiring is on the clock, giving them control of the draft board.
Mike Silver of the San Francisco Chronicle reported that while a trade can’t be ruled out, Aiyuk’s new team would need to be willing to offer a contract that the 49ers have not provided to him thus far. Additionally, Silver mentioned that the 49ers have established a value for Aiyuk based on their four years working with him, and a new team would need to offer more along with compensation to secure the deal.
Another consideration in this situation is the impact of 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan on Aiyuk’s performance and the presence of other talented players on the San Francisco offense. This raises questions about whether Aiyuk would thrive in a different environment with a new coach and teammates. In light of this, Aiyuk may consider re-signing with the 49ers as his best option.
Ultimately, if a successful trade deal can be struck between Aiyuk and another team, it will bring into focus various factors that could influence his decision regarding his future with the team.