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GLENDALE, ARIZONA – OCTOBER 10: Brandon Aiyuk #11 of the San Francisco 49ers breaks a tackle from Jalen Thompson #34 of the Arizona Cardinals during the fourth quarter at State Farm Stadium on October 10, 2021 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Norm Hall/Getty Images)
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GLENDALE, ARIZONA – OCTOBER 10: Brandon Aiyuk #11 of the San Francisco 49ers breaks a tackle from Jalen Thompson #34 of the Arizona Cardinals during the fourth quarter at State Farm Stadium on October 10, 2021 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Norm Hall/Getty Images)
The San Francisco 49ers made a fantastic run in the playoffs in the 2022 season, as they reached the NFC Conference Finals. However, they lost against the Eagles in a one-sided game. Overall, the Niners had a fantastic season, winning 13 of their 17 games to win the NFC West. Many players stood up during their injury-hit campaign, including wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk.
From yesterday:
Can the #49ers fit Brandon Aiyuk and Deebo Samuel extensions under the cap?(via @RohanChakrav)https://t.co/2X7GjmGDCf
— 49ers Webzone (@49erswebzone) February 19, 2023
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Notably, Aiyuk had a tremendous season for the 49ers, as he had 78 receptions for 1,015 yards and recorded 8 touchdowns overall. After a prolific season, he should expect a new contract extension from the Niners for the next five years. However, the 49ers are in a difficult position to offer the WR a big-money contract because they already have so many players with that kind of contract. As a result, a surprising team has emerged as a possible trade option for Aiyuk.
The San Francisco 49ers could trade Brandon Aiyuk to a surprising team
As per NFL Analysis Network, the New York Giants could be in line for a massive trade for the 24-year-old wide receiver from the 49ers. Last season, Richie James Jr. and Darius Slayton played well to take the Giants to the playoffs. However, they missed a proper WR, who could have helped the team in the playoffs.
Last season, Aiyuk filled the void for the Niners perfectly, whenever Deebo Samuel was absent. Aiyuk would certainly take the WR1 role for the Giants if he gets the chance to play for them, as he showed in the previous season.
Aiyuk’s contract situation with the 49ers
As mentioned earlier, Aiyuk will find it difficult to get a big-money contract with the 49ers because they have four players, including Christian McCaffrey, Deebo Samuel, Trent Williams, and George Kittle with big-money contracts. Moreover, DE Nick Bosa’s contract situation with the 49ers could make things interesting for Aiyuk.
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Jimmy Garoppolo hits Brandon Aiyuk in the endzone for his 2nd TD of the night!
Throwback 2022 Week 11 MNF 49ers @ Estadio Azteca Mexico Cardinals pic.twitter.com/Xl592ttVNd
— 49ers Throwback ❤💛 (@49ers_Throwback) February 9, 2023
On the other hand, trading Aiyuk to the Giants will be a good business move for the Niners, which will give the WR his due as well. As a possible trading option, the Giants could offer a first-round pick, No. 25 overall in the 2023 NFL Draft, and a third-round pick in exchange for Aiyuk. As reported by the NFL Analysis Network, the Eagles also made a similar sort of trade for A.J. Brown to the titans. Safe to say, it’s very plausible for the Giants to offer the same to the Niners.
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Will we see Aiyuk in the Giants’ jersey in the 2023 season? Let us know in the comments.
