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Brandon Aiyuk has filed for reinstatement with the San Francisco 49ers, planning to report to the team on Friday. Despite this, 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan has reiterated that Aiyuk is not part of the team's plans, stating, 'None. I have no expectation. I've kind of moved on with that mentally.' The 49ers, who are currently 6-1, will decide whether to trade or release Aiyuk after he reports. Aiyuk, who hasn't played since suffering a knee injury in October 2024, has been on the reserve/left squad list since last season.
The 49ers have voided $27 million in guaranteed money from Aiyuk's contract, leaving them with a $12.35 million dead-cap hit if they release him. The team is expected to make a decision on Aiyuk's future with the organization before the trade deadline next week.
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