49ers and Star WR Far Apart In Contract Negotiations

Brandon Aiyuk doesn’t seem to be any closer to re-signing with the 49ers.

Brandon Aiyuk and the San Francisco 49ers have been in contract negotiations for what seems like forever and reportedly, the two parties are no closer to a deal than when negotiations began. The 49ers’ star wide receiver wants his due, but with other contract extensions to think about, the 49ers just do not seem willing to overpay at this time.

ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler spoke on Sportscenter, stating that talks between the two sides are still far apart.

He wants a new contract; has one year left. I’m told the 49ers certainly are open to doing a deal, but talks have not progressed enough where things are close.

Reports have been swirling all offseason as to whether this deal will be signed prior to the season and how it will impact the team moving forward, but there are a lot of factors playing a role in these negotiations currently for both sides. Aiyuk is entering the final year of his rookie contract, which will pay him $14.1 million in 2024.