Grant Cohn proposes Brandon Aiyuk for George Pickens trade as 49ers face major decision before NFL trade deadline
His suggestion comes just before the November 10 trade deadline, while Kyle Shanahan’s team continues dealing with several receiver problems. The suggestion comes at a difficult time for Aiyuk, who has not played since suffering a serious knee injury in October 2024. Aiyuk also visited the 49ers’ facility on Friday, November 6, to meet with team officials. The 49ers had also voided $27 million in guaranteed money after the receiver failed to take part in required team activities. The team still managed a 38-17 win over the Las Vegas Raiders, with Jordan Watkins stepping up. He caught four passes for 86 yards and scored his first career touchdown on a 37-yard play.
Because the NFL has reportedly told Aiyuk to repay around $13 million in bonuses to San Francisco, the situation has become more complicated. His new agent, Drew Rosenhaus, confirmed that the receiver was healthy and ready to play.
“I’m back to 100 percent and looking to get reinstated into the National Football League,” Aiyuk said. “I could care less,” Shanahan said. The money is linked to his previous contract bonuses, according to The Associated Press.
San Francisco 49ers insider Grant Cohn has suggested a surprising trade involving Brandon Aiyuk and Dallas Cowboys wide receiver George Pickens. With Aiyuk seeking NFL reinstatement and his future in San Francisco still uncertain, Cohn believes the 49ers should consider swapping him for Pickens. He was placed on the 49ers’ reserve/left squad list after a dispute with the team over his recovery and participation in team activities. However, Aiyuk recently took a step toward returning to football by filing paperwork for reinstatement. “It’s been over for our football team for a long time. Brandin Cooks also remained an option for the offense.