Mon Mar 31 12:20:00 UTC 2025: ## 49ers Unlikely to Trade Aiyuk Before Tuesday’s Bonus Deadline
**San Francisco, CA** – The San Francisco 49ers are expected to retain wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk, avoiding a trade before Tuesday’s deadline for a significant bonus payment, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Aiyuk is due a $22.85 million bonus if he remains on the roster by Tuesday, and sources indicate the team will meet this obligation. This effectively secures Aiyuk’s place on the 49ers roster for the 2025 season.
This news comes after the 49ers traded another star receiver, Deebo Samuel, to the Washington Commanders earlier this offseason. Aiyuk’s 2024 season was unfortunately cut short due to a knee injury, limiting his production. However, his impressive 2023 performance, which saw him record 75 receptions for 1,342 yards and seven touchdowns, played a significant role in his current contract situation. The 27-year-old Aiyuk, a first-round pick in 2020, has amassed 294 receptions, 4,305 yards, and 25 touchdowns throughout his NFL career.
Meanwhile, separate reporting revealed that Pat McAfee discussed the 49ers’ long-standing interest in New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones, dating back to the 2021 NFL Draft. This historical context adds another layer to the 49ers’ ongoing roster maneuvering.
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