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49ers Stand By July Move Voiding Brandon Aiyuk’s 2026 Guarantees

GM John Lynch frames the decision as enforcing team rules following reports of missed rehab sessions.

Overview

  • The club voided roughly $24.9 million tied to Aiyuk’s 2026 option bonus, a step first reported last week but made in July, according to team officials.
  • John Lynch said the organization had “no other recourse” under its limited but important rules and indicated the team has moved on from the months‑old action.
  • The NFLPA offered to challenge the voided guarantees, but multiple reports say Aiyuk declined to pursue a grievance.
  • Aiyuk remains on the PUP list rehabbing the ACL and MCL tears suffered in 2024, and Kyle Shanahan said his 21‑day practice window will not open before the bye.
  • League reporting suggests the voided guarantees increase flexibility for a potential offseason trade or release, though his ultimate future depends on health and team decisions.