49ers reportedly trade Brandon Aiyuk
Wide receiver could be headed to Cleveland or New England
Deal expected to be finalized before Tuesday's deadline
The San Francisco 49ers have reportedly negotiated the frameworks for trades that would send wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk to either the Cleveland Browns or the New England Patriots, according to multiple reports. The 49ers are expected to make a decision on which team to trade Aiyuk to before Tuesday's NFL trade deadline.
Aiyuk, 24, has been with the 49ers since 2020. He has 178 receptions for 2,542 yards and 17 touchdowns in his career. He is considered one of the most talented young receivers in the NFL.
The 49ers are reportedly looking to trade Aiyuk because they have a surplus of wide receivers. Deebo Samuel, Jauan Jennings, and rookie Danny Gray are all ahead of Aiyuk on the depth chart. The 49ers are also reportedly looking to clear cap space.
The Browns and Patriots are both in need of wide receivers. The Browns have been without Deshaun Watson all season due to suspension. The Patriots have been without Jakobi Meyers for the past two games due to a concussion.
The 49ers are expected to receive a significant haul in return for Aiyuk. The Browns are reportedly offering a first-round pick, while the Patriots are reportedly offering a second-round pick.
The trade deadline is Tuesday at 4 p.m. ET. The 49ers are expected to make a decision on which team to trade Aiyuk to before then.
Conclusion
The 49ers' trade of Aiyuk is a significant move. It shows that the team is willing to part with one of its most talented players in order to improve the team in other areas. The trade also shows that the 49ers are confident in their depth at wide receiver. Aiyuk is a talented player, but he is not irreplaceable. The 49ers have other players who can step up and fill his role.
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