Instant Reaction: John Lynch calls out Brandon Aiyuk - hardball time

[@davezobeljr9025]

I think I can say most of the 49ers fans have had it . we just so sick of it.

[@eswrg]

Speak for yaself

[@BeingButterfly]

@@eswrg Hence the word MOST 49ers fans. Not ALL 49ers fans. I've been cheering Brandon Aiyuk on since the beginning. But if it turns out to be accurate that the 49ers have offered BA fair and reasonable compensation and he refuses it because he wants to be paid like Justin Jefferson then the 49ers SHOULD fine BA for not fulfilling his contractual obligation. Aiyuk is STILL UNDER CONTRACT and he has a legal obligation to fulfill it. Period. End of the story. If BA doesn't FINE HIM. If he doesn't play his minimum 6 games then this year starts all over again, next year. If he does play his 6 game minimum and refuses to come to an agreement then TAG him next year.

[@RGYUCATAN]

HAD YOU HAD IT LAST YEAR WHEN BOSA HELD OUT TIL OPENING DAY?

[@onward-fp2fz]

Agreed

[@SavageMan2185]

@@BeingButterfly You an Extreme Minority Sparky ...

[@jonathanlopez2697]

I think these players are mistaking front office kindness for weakness. Its time for Lynch to push back. Enough is enough.

[@NFLHASADIVAPROBLEM]

You sign a contract. Honor it. It's simple Sick of all the divas in the nfl. Teams have no protection

[@matthewbecker6553]

1) Get Trent SIGNED. 2) Tell BA that he has 3 choices: a) Sit out and get fined into oblivion; b) Play on 5th year option with any fines and missed game checks being simply gone. c) Sign the offered extension as currently offered with no changes (but reduced by fines imposed, including prorated additional reductions for game checks missed at the new salary level) 3) Go win Super Bowl.

[@TT41401]

This is the perfect strategy with him. Play to your contract that's existing or dont, but if you dont you dont get paid and your fined.

[@josephhuff9195]

But the owners can cut u at any point and not honor their commitment.

[@syminite1]

Got the balls to tell Trent Williams the same?

[@nicktowe2558]

​@josephhuff9195 owners would have to payout the full contract if they cut him so idk if that's a great analysis.

[@dannykrinkle4726]

Meanwhile, Brock Purdy is sitting here making minimum wage. But he understands that hes under contract and in time, he'll get paid. He's a team player and a leader.

[@robertcoble8149]

And that’s how it should be, ego is a career killer

[@stevendavid5370]

Fine his butt off! Lower the offer to 26 mil and tell him he still needs to prove himself before he gets more money.

[@mrjeffreymister]

Lynch is right. Play or don't get paid. What's the use of the agreed upon 5th year option if you can't use it? BA has to meet them in the middle somewhere.

[@tabletennis1686]

I would have told BA the deal will be off the table by this deadline, he has to come in and play the fifth year or going home and tag his ass the next 2 years. Next man up.💪💪💪💪

[@spicecreations1416]

The other players didn’t meet them in the middle.

[@5tubbs814]

​​@spicecreations1416 They have been more than kind to BA. It's football time now.

[@Bigfishead59]

65 yrs old and lifetime 9er fan. Time to play hardball. Fine BA. Take the deal off the table. And I say that LOVING BA's play! But there comes a time where you have to grow up. Be honorable to the contract that has your signature on it. 49ers gave BA every opportunity to improve his deal of fly. And he took neither. Now it's time to be a big boy instead of whining. TW, best DE in the game, and the team needs him to protect Purdy. But guess what TW, it's too late! You're under contract, making a shit-ton of money too. Go get that ring with the 9ers, or retire and get paid nothing. The 49ers have done TONS to field and keep the best players. There's never been a doubt about it. TEAM MATES have sacrificed and adjusted contracts NOT to their benefit, too make room for other key players to be a Super Bowl competitor. Enough of the selfish b.s. BA and TW.

[@mikehenkelman2111]

Thanks David, Im always smarter about the team when you break it down like this.

[@StevenYoung-t9n]

Agreed, Larry is alright and grant is insufferable

[@justinah7400]

For sure

[@DanNelson-zw5ji]

This won't play well in the Locker room, some of the players are likely annoyed with BA.

[@davey4731]

Doesn’t look good when the guys that are trying to get their shot in the league get cut for a guy holding in for money.

[@tonyseverance7321]

💯

[@teresamoir7475]

These two men signed a contract ! period !

[@MJ-nh5dq]

Just watching Jacob Cowing a few games, he looks faster and alot more dangerous than BA. BA didn't scare KC in the SuperBowl at all.

[@mikev4373]

BA take the deal….play for $14 million or stay home…those are your 3 choices.

[@Tanyewes]

🐑

[@ClimbyDan]

Wrong. Add trade to that list. As Lynch & shanny had both confirmed all options are still on table (includes trade)

[@mikev4373]

Trade him for what? At this point you’re not helping the 2024 team with a trade. BA is not walking away from $14 million. I call his bluff. He’s under contract.

[@gordonshumway5933]

14 million? Are they trying to starve him? He will have to go grocery shopping at dollar general.. after he buys one and has it relocated right next to his house..

[@kennethpereyda5707]

stay home and be fined

[@YoungozMontana]

Great coverage & insight David, loved the Niners wall!

[@larriveeman]

I hope they play hardball, no trade, play or be fined, sick of the whiney millionares, that include williams

[@ChrsGotFourEyes]

Williams is top 2 at his position with little to no guaranteed $ left so him i understand

[@elspartan8239]

You lost me at including Williams. He is the best Left Tackle in the game with 3 years left on his deal with NO GUARANTEED money. He is only paid like top 5-6 paid at his position. That is not ok for a player of his caliber.

[@alanmartino5488]

If I was 9ers management, tell Williams we'll rip up your old deal and give you guaranteed top-dollar on a one-year deal. He's too expensive, old , and injury-prone, so move on from him after this year.

[@marvingibson9431]

​@ChrsGotFourEyes He could asked for his contract to be restructured to fully GTD. San Fran would do that Ina heart beat

[@TheNiners6949]

​@@alanmartino5488injury prone? 😂 🤡

[@scottamsel3690]

How many millions does one person need? If he wants respect, how about playing up to your potential and helping your team win the superbowl?!

[@scotttild]

It really is absrud 32 million a year come on man most people will never come close to even a million in their lifetime.

[@stevenlopez6491]

Thank you for the tour

[@JK-vs1tg]

Make BA play this year, then franchise tag him and trade him for draft picks next year.

[@Blackhawk556.]

Franchise tag is the average of the top 5 receivers in the league. That’s a huge price tag

[@JK-vs1tg]

agree, but it's temporary until they trade him. Condition of the trade is his entire salary goes with him.

[@Paul-b7p]

He needs to be traded,and gone.

[@IndependentAmerican]

@@Blackhawk556. they'll save about 40-50 million in guaranteed money by franchising him.

[@Jjay-tw1yy]

why even have contracts if these fools aren’t going hold up their end

[@joeycastrophoto]

Why is it that Kingston had better games against the same people in the preseason than the guys we already have in the building and yet we still doesn’t have enough experience. Those guys have experience and they were constantly getting beat by the other teams back ups.

[@Halfdead211]

💯💯

[@garysmith1047]

Huge and long time 9er fan. We have the roster to dominate and get a ring if these 2 greedy, selfish idiots would suit up and ball out. 2 guys greed could cost us a ring. Sickening.

[@pezzysquad]

BA pissing me off. However he will stay been said this.

[@DorianJovany]

Aiyuk can kick rocks! There is no I in team

[@brandondeakins564]

Except when Deebo did it, Trent does it, Bosa did it etc. but when Aiyuk does it, NOW fans have had enough

[@cameronzwicke5761]

​@@brandondeakins564 those players are worth what they asked for, BA is just being greedy.

[@brandondeakins564]

@cameronzwicke5761 deebo was worth being a top 5 paid WR based off 1 really good year but aiyuk isn't?

[@TeresaTerrado]

There is an “I” in dxxk head though! lol!

[@justified004]

​@@cameronzwicke5761 stop the cap. Trent is doing a shakedown right now. He has 3 more years left on his deal but he's holding out. It's not about who is worth more, this is business. BA is within his rights to holdout for an extension on his rookie deal. What's Trent's excuse?

[@SavageMan2185]

Aiuk said on National TV after the Superbowl that he wants Out! He's never bargained in good faith. He's a great receiver bt he's even More Toxic! This is a TEAM Sport! Aiuk has been offered a Fair Salary & he knows it! STOP 🤚 Negotiating with UNDER CONTRACT Players now & move forward as a Team! These Shakedown Shams must End Now!

[@RGYUCATAN]

WHAT ABOUT THE BOSA SHAKEDOWN?

[@SavageMan2185]

@@RGYUCATAN Bosa settled for Less then he could've gotten. He didn't plat the ' Trade me' games either. Oh & Bosa was Defensive Player of the year. So there is that ...

[@mansulabdullah7317]

Who decides what's fair? That's subjective

[@SavageMan2185]

@@mansulabdullah7317 The Market decides what's Fair as it has Forever. What's Fair for the 49er Team is to Stop Negotiating with Drama Queen Aiuk! He's a Toxic Liability!

[@kevinsee1835]

@@SavageMan2185 Bosa held out until the very last day of camp

[@davehallock3656]

Sick of this. Let the SOB sit all year! Yes, you are a good player but NOW you are not worth the trouble. Do not trade him. Either you play on the contract you signed or you sit and get NOTHING!

[@crystalballers]

David ... what can you tell us about his agent. I already deduced that he is a fool looking out for his own interest and not his client. There are 52 other players whose season is getting impacted by this clowns terrorist tactics.

[@Nnbutter-s9k]

If B A didn’t get drafted by49 nobody would know who name .Mark my word shhh goes both ways let him go!!!

[@mitchsako9625]

Good take David. I've been saying all along that BA is not getting traded. Makes no sense in any scenario for him to get traded. He's going to have to eat humble pie and apologize to his teammates and coaching staff at this point. Popcorn time.

[@dennishunter6646]

BA let’s please go! Sign and let’s get the RINGS! David, thank you so much as always, for your awesome breakdown and updates to the 49er Faithful. I just don’t get it, BA is on a fantastic 49er winning team, ready to get back to the Super Bowl and win! It’s either play for a fantastic team like the 49ers or go to a team that’s either rebuilding that might pay you a few dollars more and maybe be great.

[@NorettaHarmon-vg2fd]

Sick of this is crap. Either he plays or get FINED??? Or LEAVE!!!!!

[@mikechick7849]

Fine him all year and let him walk...... Sickening!!!

[@Weedwhacker101]

If he doesn't play he doesn't even get to walk, he will essentially have not made any money, and not have served this year of his contract. He has no leverage.

[@craigw9511]

keep him under the franchise tag and not pay him for next year either. That will destroy him financially and no team will touch him because they know he is not a team player and is toxic to the locker room.

[@danarnold2900]

Rant at 20:13 about how he’s simply reporting on why the niners do what that do, he doesn’t pretend to know better than Lynch and Shanahan felt like a response to the a**hole on Twitter who he replied to earlier today. Good on you David, we appreciate the real information

[@freddiemacdre6245]

F em, play on 5th year deal then let him walk. We are done with him

[@paddlefoot5692]

Let the fines begin! Sick of it and Aiyuk

[@richardayala4356]

What a child! What is wrong with him? He could have gotten what he wanted from the Patriots but declined! Is he getting bad advice from his agent? When he fines start hitting his wallet, he should then realize he needs to get his act together or lose totally!

[@WealthyBigPenisLV]

Steve Young said all of this already

[@davidlove21]

Same for Trent !

[@MJ-nh5dq]

Trade Aiyuk for a young decent left tackle, problem solved at 2 positions. Save yourself $50M a yr to boot.

[@cameronzwicke5761]

No team will make that trade.

[@rutetute2763]

Brilliant! These dudes need an ego check.

[@spicecreations1416]

I don’t know how they feel making the situation uglier is going to accomplish anything.

[@Stittsy1963]

There are plenty of other Wide Receivers who can step up. I say let the guy go. If he doesn’t want to play for a great team, with a great fan base in great weather, let him go play catch with Wilson in snowy Pittsburgh!

[@deandregreenroos]

Lets find a way to bring Trent back. As far as Aiyuk... it is time to move forward. Fine him and/or stop negotiating with him. He wants the pay he does but yet he fails to reflect leadership. I would say hold off on contract and focus on the TEAM. Let Aiyuk continue to make a fool of himself. Do not offer anymore to Aiyuk anymore money than already offered period. Aiyuk will take it or be gone. Learn to be a team player Aiyuk. It is a team sport not an individual sport.

[@johnwoods6539]

I just think BA is listening to the wrong people giving the worst advice. Don’t practice don’t play get fined and lose all the 14 million this year no other team will have you next year seeing how you handle yourself this year destroy your own career and your own future that’s up to you.BA.. BA there is an old saying don’t bite the hand that feed you. If you wanna ruin your reputation…. That is all on you.

[@JeremyWilliams-tx2rc]

It’s a business.. on both sides. Everyday is torture, but I also understand that these guys are the best in the world.. they’ve worked their butts off and sacrificed more then most of us ‘average folks’ will ever comprehend. Both Aiyuk and Trent realize their importance to our offense and, although it’s driving us loyal fans crazy, it’s a business.. plain and simple. Trust Kyle and John and get prepared for the Jets.. GO NINERS! ❤. Oh yeah.. you’re the BEST Dave!! 🎉

[@SteveCook1-kf2bx]

Whats plain and simple is BA is under contract. The niners offered him an updated extension.. he turned it down. If he is upset that he has to play on a fifth year talk to your union they made the deal. Its also this simple dont play dont get paid. There ya go!!!

[@_JayPyrotechnics]

@@SteveCook1-kf2bxyup, if it’s strictly business own up to your end on the contract basically, like he signed his first contract knowing this would come. Obvious aiyuk ain’t about it. Dude wants the bag, had the 32 milly offer from pats and turned it down. His BLUFF was called since then. As for Trent, his contract won’t get done til aiyuk is figured out but if aiyuk continues to be a diva I can see 9ers putting the money towards Trent now. Let aiyuk sit and miss game day checks & pay penalty fees

[@SteveCook1-kf2bx]

@@_JayPyrotechnics Totally agree. At this point I dont really even want him on the team even if it means niners wont win as many games. From what I have heard he had verbally agreed to a deal.. then others got more money. He decided he wanted to renegotiate. Cheeseball!!

[@Paul-b7p]

The owners don't have to meet him half way in any way. So he should be thankful the owners are even trying to meet him halfway but he is giving them the finger basically,and the owners shouldn't put up with it.

[@mikev4373]

Hell at this point I put McCaffery at the X and play Jordan Mason

[@alwayslearningsomethingnew7115]

and the overpaid Deebo.

[@georgewells5131]

I would not trust BA in any situation, he has no integrity in my opinion.

[@Worldgonemad91]

Honor your damn contracts. Money isn't everything. You guys are already filthy rich. Come on man!

[@princemason7429]

Ricky's wearing blue so long, he looks like a Ram.

[@dc6866]

😂

[@StuPedahso]

Is it safe to assume that if ba would have signed/held out, that we would have has the extra spot for Kingston? This mf😒

[@olybobby]

At this point, it's pretty selfish what BA is doing to tie up busy guys like John, Kyle and staff

[@johnperry9750]

So sick of BA 🤨 Make him play under the final year of his contract. Fine the hell out of him and put the money towards getting Trent signed.

[@Ianimatestuff]

I would just make him play and then franchise tag him the year after. Start lining him up at fullback and punt returner.

[@farnorth2439]

He is POSION to the team. Many others including top stars have renegotiated and taken a little less.

[@princemason7429]

Forget Aiyuk for the moment. The Niners can win without him. He can't without them. The FO, especially you Marathe, need to focus on getting Trent Williams paid. He's the absolute best LT of All Time. Stop dicking around and treat him like the player he is.

[@justified004]

They already took care of Trent. He has 3 years left on his deal. This is a shakedown for more money but no one seems to care.

[@Richard-gw2lr]

No. That is a stupid take. It's pretty much this year and next for him. He is 36. He is missing more games every year. His feet are jacked up. Why do you think he is fighting so hard for guarantee money. He knows the music is coming to an end and the ride is over. Start the fines. We need to get someone trained up to replace him. This year I say just go without him. He has 3 more years on his contract. He also took a shit load of money that was spread out over the contract up front. So he wants more money but he already got it. He just got it up front. If he wants to redo the contract he needs to pay the money from the last 3 years he took, and then start from there. He is being greedy as fuck.

[@BeingButterfly]

The 49ers already did treat him this way. When they paid Williams it made him the highest paid at his position. Only a few years later he wants to be upgraded to the highest paid AGAIN. At what point is enough, enough? Should players be able to hold franchises hostage and demand ANY amount of payment? No, I don't think so.

[@Paul-b7p]

They can win with out him. Replace him with some body who wants to play for the game not money.

[@justified004]

@@Paul-b7p just curious what you think Trent is playing/not playing for? Yall need to wake up to what the true "game" is. Are you saying they need to replace Trent too because he's hold is inexcusable compared to BA's.

[@Superman81777]

I’ve actually heard from a good friend that knows people that work for the 49ers and said their agents to them both are working together and making sure that the love of money is more important than pro football so they’re staying away, which means they will be fined $7Million for each game they miss at home or in the road ‼️

[@ecyranot]

The fines would mean nothing to me, if I were in Aiyuk's position. He's made millions in his short career, and a lot is on the line. What's disappointing is the seeming lack of concern for the team, but this seems to be the way of the world. Look at the Blake Snell debacle. If he had signed to give himself the needed time to prepare for the season, the Giants, as flawed as they are, might be in the running for a wild card. The fans are not a factor, though.

[@The_Cali_Dude_88]

Again, I get pissed because it's immature. Your adults. You signed contracts Trent that made you the highest now for three straight years but lose it because the 'markets' moved beyond? Is the same as a home buyer calling the realtor back and demanding they get more money from their sale...

[@rutetute2763]

Word... BA is now in a lot of dog houses.

[@Wolfeson28]

I agree there can be frustration on the team's side if Aiyuk doesn't meet them halfway, but I think there's equally valid frustration from Aiyuk if the team isn't meeting him halfway, and there's clearly been some of that too. If Aiyuk was "only about the money," he'd already be in New England by now, so let's at least put that argument to bed. Honestly, I think he's been relatively clear about what he does want: he wants to stay with the Niners, but at a salary that's at least reasonably close to his value. Obviously getting everyone to agree on what "reasonably close to his value" actually means is the contentious part. I'm as frustrated with the Aiyuk saga as anyone, but I really think it's disingenuous to dump all the blame and hate on him and ignore where the Niners have also clearly screwed up. I'm not defending what Aiyuk's been up to on social media (though it's far from the worst we've ever seen), but I am going to point out the other side that no one seems to acknowledge. Both sides were (by both sides' later acknowledgements) "close" to a deal back in April/May, so Aiyuk *was* genuinely willing to make a deal then, and was not simply going through the motions waiting for other contracts to happen. The Niners had the chance to get the deal done then, but they decided to play hardball to try and push Aiyuk lower instead, and then the other contracts started raising the market. The Niners then just left their previous offer on the table and effectively walked away from negotiations - that's the distinct opposite of "meeting someone halfway" - and didn't even start talking again until after *Aiyuk* requested that meeting in late June. Even then, the Niners didn't really move until upping their offer to that $26 million APY a few weeks later, which by that time was well below what the market had moved to. Serious negotiations didn't get started again until after the first wave of trade offers a couple of weeks ago. But even there, the Niners dithered at the last hurdle instead of completing the deal that they were apparently only "minor details" away from...and now they've been beaten to the punch again by the Cowboys of all teams (who were notoriously slow to get their negotiations going). I hope that doesn't blow up the deal Aiyuk and the Niners were close to, but it might. The repeated pattern here is that every time the Niners try to play hardball, the process drags on and the price just goes up, well beyond what it would have cost to just up the offer a little bit and get the deal done *right then.* If the Niners are trying to use the Aiyuk situation to prove their negotiating chops, that ship has long since sailed. They need to just accept their screwup and stop doubling down on the strategy that's gotten everyone to this messy of a point. I think the smartest move for both sides now is to essentially ignore the Lamb deal, and just finish hammering out what they were working on last week. And yes, I do think Aiyuk needs to get his butt out there on the practice field as well, for everyone's benefit.

[@michaelcoleman3187]

With the signing of Terrace Marshall and the drafting of Piersall and Cowing they can survive without him. First of next week I would trade him for a high pick, he's worth a #1, that would make signing Trent Williams easier financially.

[@cvshasta]

In my mind, Aiyuk's GF and agent bear significant blame for this mess.

[@stevendavid5370]

Aiyuk is obvious that his criteria is solely about money and not considering about being on a winning team. He does not have 49er mentality, trade him.

[@Kontra_Khod3]

BA is now running the risk of ruining his reputation and career…the actions he is taking cast an undesirable shadow on him and his career…maybe he doesn’t want to play football anymore or he’s listening to the wrong advice..

[@SteveCook1-kf2bx]

Exactly!!

[@Knaztr76]

He has 3 choices, which is more than most. Pick one!

[@christiandelatori6406]

Imagine being offered 25mil+ to play football for work, then turning it down. It's just wild that someone can turn down that kind of money.

[@tjdearing4176]

BA needs to be fined the maximum amount allowable. He has now crossed the line from pushing the limits of personal greed to now hurting the prospects of his teammates and fans. He is and has at all times been under contract. Contracts are there for a reason and not just a continuous basis for negotiation.

[@justinah7400]

If Aiyuk held out for the whole season, his 5th year option would essentially restart next season because this season wouldn't count as an accrued year towards free agency right? According to the most recent CBA?

[@SteveCook1-kf2bx]

I believe he has to have 6 games for the accrued year to become a Free agent. If he holds out the whole year you are correct he would not be a free agent next year. The whole thing would start over.

[@CesarDeLosSantos-i1o]

Fine him

[@Michael-uc7gr]

Apperently BA doesn't care that he is building his reputation as a jerk, and not a praticulaty bright jerk.

[@SteveCook1-kf2bx]

And it could cost him a lot of money in the future in dealing with other teams as a free agent.

[@johnthewisetushie8919]

Hello from the 559! 🍻 BA and TW will be on the 49ers week 1. 💯🎯 Carry on...

[@maxmcgloin]

I get Trent Williams, he is at the end of his career and wants to maximize his earnings. But when Nick Bosa did last year, it hurt him and the team. Bosa was staying in shape, but it was clear when he came back he was way behind. The league already told Aiyuk what they thought of him, and he is still pushing things past that interest.

[@supercarcriminals5078]

When do we start asking if this another Antonio Brown, moment, how much back and fourth before the 9ers move on.

[@ken-camo]

Best thing we can do: Trade Aiyuk to a team for a solid starting left tackle. That way we can get rid of both of these greedy holdouts at the same time. we really dont need another WR. we just spent a 1st round pick on a WR, lets use him! Aiyuk is not necessary on this roster. Deebo, Kittle, Jennings, CMC, Pearsall should wind up being good... we have PLENTY of offensive weapons. aiyuk is not necesary. Williams is, but we are screwed with that. his holdout for guaranteed money is just so he can retire. trent williams is trying to scam the 49ers and they know it. so trent williams is likely finished with the 49ers.

[@theespinozagrove]

Just get rid of the distraction we’re Super Bowl bound with or without him

[@dc6866]

BA stands for Bad Apple! And one will spoil the whole bunch!

[@Luckaby]

I think the fundamental problem is BA knows what he wants - but doesn't know what's most important to him. BA wants top money and to play with the 49ers, or another top level team. However, he doesn't know which of these he wants more. If he did, this situation would already be sorted.

[@scotttild]

Can they send him home as detrimental to the team at this point. Either practice or stay home and take the files. He can't have it both ways. I said at draft time they should have tried harder to tread him. He is a worse diva the TO was. I think they can get a reasonable WR and improve the D at the same time with the money saved. I like the Stealers deal.

[@ThespianAJB]

As time passes and BA remains absent, one wonders how this situation arose. Regarding Trent W., it appears he may continue his absence. Could the reasons be financial, the pursuit of a Super Bowl ring (unlikely if he remains out), or a desire to remain with the Niners indefinitely? Sidenote, both of these players are top notch, yet, the game of 'give me the money' phrase that shows our beloved sport has officially been cancelled.

[@Who-vt9oh]

BA thinks he's Ceedee.

[@davidlove21]

Screw him …fine him the whole season… NO TRADES ! Play or sit for 0. $ & 0 cents for 2024-25.

[@The_Cali_Dude_88]

Called out by Steve Young, Lynch & Shanahan & every 9ER fan... stop the greed... re-neging on signed arms length transactions are lowlife moves dudes🎉

[@kennethpereyda5707]

after 4 games of fine it will become a term diminishing returns as His fine eat at what he would had gained

[@jasonglovick8065]

Now BA is hurting the team. 😡

[@Jjay-tw1yy]

what’s the difference in holding in an holding out

[@onward-fp2fz]

My understanding is holding in you go to team activities but don't participate The other, you don't go or participate

[@ronjackson8751]

I think he's. Being influenced my opinion

[@JulieDiCianno]

Without the holdouts it makes me wonder how we can win 11 games

[@chriswalker8418]

SO sick and tired of this bullshit drama! Selfish greed is a recipe for failure

[@cacinemabuff]

his stock value went down. no team wants a diva for the next contract

[@xeqshunner]

Aiyuk literally just cost SF their 6th round pick! 🤬

[@CFORecruitmentsf]

Bye bye AB

[@DukeGibo]

who is AB?

[@ttyoy473]

Lynch and aiyuk have same agent don’t let that go over your heads

[@JohnSmith-iz4mk]

Its such a shame a man cant make it on 14 mil. I just don`t know if i can make it much longer. I quit football over that POS Kapernick and it looks like BA will cause it again.

[@josephpearlman4010]

I think there are only 2 or 3 other teams that Aiyuk would be as successful as he is with the Niners. His big numbers came after Brock Purdy became the starter. He Knows that and is trying to hold the Niners hostage knowing their other weapons allow him to play most of the season not being double teamed. On another team he may face it a whole lot more!

[@joeycastrophoto]

IG already tweaked his groin again. Explain to me why would I let go Schrader 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@lmdlmd3]

I think Aiyuk realizes that if he plays on his FYO after missing all of training camp, he’s not going to have as good a year as last year. His best chance to get paid is now, not in FA next year (at least in his mine).

[@Darrenbias-b6p]

I'm a 49ers fan but he is holding back the team so it's either pay him or get rid of him . stop ply games with him

[@1Mannco]

Hope BA signs right before the kickoff of the reg season so he doesn't get fined, finally ends this drama and gets practice before Monday Nite!

[@Paul-b7p]

It would be better for the team if he didn't stay with the 49ers. It takes all the players working together to win. No team is one man team. Even as great as Montana was. He needed rest of his team make the 49ers a great team. BA thinks he can win the games by himself. U can't have that devision with the team.

[@danieljordan9004]

Aiyuk is a good receiver and I hope the 49ers can work out a trade, but I honestly believe he’s overrated in many aspects. I don’t believe he’s even worth the $28 million a year the 49ers are currently offering him, but they are under so much pressure to win now they are really going out on a limb on a bunch of contracts. Yes Aiyuk has impressive stats, but do you seriously believe if he didn’t have Deebo Samuel, George Kittle, or Christian McCaffrey as tier 1 receiving talent on the field at the same time he’d be as productive? Kansas City has 1 tier 1 receiver in Kelce, the lions have 2 tier 1 receivers, I don’t know if Green Bay has any tier 1 level receivers, maybe Aaron Jones out of the backfield would be tier 1 from for his position but I think they really have like 3 tier 2 and tier 1 guys, but the 49ers have 4 tier 1 guys. I think there’s a few teams like Miami and Philly that might have 3 tier 1 guys but I think the 49ers are the only team with 4 legit tier 1 options. The point is how much does that pad his numbers. If he was on another team with an average QB and he was the only elite option what does he look like? I think we’ve seen hints of it when Deebo has been out or even in Cleveland when Devon and McCaffrey left the game and it was pretty shaky. I think if Sam Darnold was the QB, Aiyuk was the 1, Jennings was the 2, Elijah Mitchell the RB, and Braden will was the TE, Brandon Aiyuk would probably be a 80 catch, 1,000 yard, 10 TD kind of guy. A solid receiver, but not a $30 million receiver. He’s had 2 bad year, 1 good year, and 1 really good year. In my opinion he still has something to prove. The fact that he was in the dog house for two years with Shanahan and now this is happening it raises a lot of red flags for his character down the road. To be quite honest I would prefer the 49ers to spend that money on an elite Right Tackle that could solidify the O-line now and could be groomed to replace Trent Williams in the future.

[@IanRobinson2yt]

TW is a tough one, he is a major binding piece for our O'line but he is also too old for a new contract longer than 1-2 years max. We need him this year and we all know this year is probably the final chance for this group. I would give him a one year offer at what he wants salary wise but that's it. BA let him rot and fine him into oblivion, he makes us a better team but we need to put a stop to this sitting out childish behaviour from folks who already have a contract. We have a number of players on team friendly deals because they want to win, if your on ten million a year you don't need more money - learn to live without all your excess. A lot of these guys are on way more often than ten million, let's get real here.

[@NeillSackett]

Trade him for draft picks!! Don’t care about him anymore. Either one of them.