49ers and Brandon Aiyuk Trade Rumors Dead And Here's Why originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Brandon Aiyuk hasn't just been sitting strapped into a roller-coaster; sometimes, he's been the conductor of the ride.

Brandon Aiyuk, eight months since tearing multiple knee ligaments, is making a remarkable recovery, 49ers general manager John Lynch says.

That being said, one San Francisco insider has suggested that the team pursue a blockbuster trade that would involve sending Aiyuk out of town. Sports Illustrated analyst Grant Cohn believes that the 49ers should try to acquire Terry McLaurin from the Washington Commanders. He thinks Aiyuk could be sent to the Commanders as part of the deal.