Brandon Aiyuk
26-Year-Old
2023 Receiving Stats
REC
75
YDS
1342
TD
7
AVG
17.9
TAR
105
2024 Projections
2024 Fantasy Outlook
Aiyuk and Brock Purdy formed perhaps the most efficient QB/WR duo in the league last season, with 105 passes producing 75 catches (71.4 percent) for 1,342 yards (17.9 YPR, 12.8 YPT) and seven touchdowns. The 2020 first-round pick topped his previous career high for catch rate by three percentage points despite having a sky-high 13.8 aDOT after three straight seasons in the 9.4-9.9 range. That catch rate will be nearly impossible to replicate without the aDOT (and YPR) declining, but Aiyuk still projects as one of the most efficient receivers in the league, catching passes from Purdy in a Kyle Shanahan offense that boasts three other excellent playmakers (Christian McCaffrey, Deebo Samuel and George Kittle). It was Aiyuk who led the group in targets last year, albeit by a small margin with each of the four drawing at least 83 looks. He's now scheduled to play out his age-26 season under the fifth-year option on his rookie contract, presumably hoping to sign an extension this spring/summer (and perhaps considering a holdout if nothing gets done). While no speed demon -- he ran a 4.50 40 at 6-0. 205 pounds in 2020 -- Aiyuk is unusually fluid/quick for someone so stoutly built and tracks balls downfield as naturally as any receiver in the league. He might be a 140-target guy in another offense, but it's hard to imagine him seeing that kind of volume for the Niners unless their other key playmakers have a brutal year for injuries. Of course, he's already shown he doesn't need huge volume to put up strong numbers in such a favorable situation efficiency-wise. Read Past Outlooks
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Not taking part in OTAs
Aiyuk remains away from team facilities for OTAs as he continues to negotiate for a contract extension, Kevin Patra of NFL.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Aiyuk wasn't present at San Francisco's facility for offseason activities back in April, so it's unsurprising to see him still absent for voluntary OTAs. The wideout hasn't indicated, however, that he'll consider an extended holdout if contract talks remain at a standstill when mandatory minicamp kicks off. Aiyuk is currently slated to play out the 2024 season on the fifth-year option of his rookie contract, which would pay him $14.12 million, while recent contracts for the top players at his position have landed in the range of $30 million annually. The 49ers selected Ricky Pearsall in the first round of April's draft and have Jauan Jennings returning behind top wideout Deebo Samuel, giving the team some additional leverage in negotiations.
Aiyuk wasn't present at San Francisco's facility for offseason activities back in April, so it's unsurprising to see him still absent for voluntary OTAs. The wideout hasn't indicated, however, that he'll consider an extended holdout if contract talks remain at a standstill when mandatory minicamp kicks off. Aiyuk is currently slated to play out the 2024 season on the fifth-year option of his rookie contract, which would pay him $14.12 million, while recent contracts for the top players at his position have landed in the range of $30 million annually. The 49ers selected Ricky Pearsall in the first round of April's draft and have Jauan Jennings returning behind top wideout Deebo Samuel, giving the team some additional leverage in negotiations.
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Air Yards Per Game
89.6Air Yards Per Snap
1.87% Team Air Yards
37.9%% Team Targets
22.2%Avg Depth of Target
13.8 YdsCatch Rate
71.4%Drop Rate
2.9%Avg Yds After Catch
4.9% Targeted On Route
26.0%Avg Yds Per Route Run
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2023 Brandon Aiyuk Split Stats
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Measurables Review
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6' 0"Weight
200 lbs40-Yard Dash
4.50 secVertical Jump
40.0 inBroad Jump
128 inBench Press
11 repsHand Length
9.75 inArm Length
33.50 in
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Coach not concerned by OTA absence
Aiyuk isn't attending OTAs as his representatives work on a contract with the 49ers, but head coach Kyle Shanahan isn't concerned about the wide receiver's absence, per Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com. "It's something that's part of the business," Shanahan said of Aiyuk and other players missing OTAs. "Anytime it's the business part, you try to respect it, stay out of it as much as possible. I look forward to the days when we just focus on football."
ANALYSIS
San Francisco handed out big-money contracts just before or during training camp to George Kittle, Fred Warner, Deebo Samuel and Nick Bosa over the past four offseasons, so Shanahan is used to star players missing OTAs in the midst of negotiations. An extension for Aiyuk doesn't seem imminent, but San Francisco doesn't intend to trade the 2020 first-round draft pick, considering that his strong play was pivotal to the 49ers reaching the Super Bowl last season.
San Francisco handed out big-money contracts just before or during training camp to George Kittle, Fred Warner, Deebo Samuel and Nick Bosa over the past four offseasons, so Shanahan is used to star players missing OTAs in the midst of negotiations. An extension for Aiyuk doesn't seem imminent, but San Francisco doesn't intend to trade the 2020 first-round draft pick, considering that his strong play was pivotal to the 49ers reaching the Super Bowl last season.
Past Fantasy Outlooks
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He may never be the centerpiece of an offense that also features WR Deebo Samuel, TE George Kittle and RB Christian McCaffrey, but it was Aiyuk who led the Niners in catches (78), targets (114) and receiving yards (1,015) last year, clearing 1,000 yards for the first time in three seasons since he was drafted 25th overall in 2020. He's pretty much facing the same drawbacks this year, and possibly with even more target competition if McCaffrey and Samuel stay relatively healthy (they made 24 combined appearances for the Niners last season). On the other hand, Aiyuk also has all the same positives working in his favor, namely his own talent, a good offensive line and coach Kyle Shanahan. Another step forward isn't out of the question if someone emerges between Trey Lance, Brock Purdy and Sam Darnold to give the Niners legitimately solid QB play that isn't just scheme-based and YAC-dependent.
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Likely staying in Bay Area
San Francisco general manager John Lynch said in a recent appearance on "The Pat McAfee Show" that he doesn't want to trade Aiyuk or Deebo Samuel, despite the 49ers selecting Ricky Pearsall in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft.
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Discussing deal with team
GM John Lynch said Monday that the 49ers are having "good talks" with Aiyuk, who hasn't been at the team facility for the offseason program, Matt Barrows of The Athletic reports.
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Trade request denied by agent
Aiyuk's agent, Ryan Williams of Athletes First, denied reports on social media Sunday that the wide receiver has requested a trade from the 49ers, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.
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Team denies trade rumors
GM John Lynch said Monday that the 49ers have not engaged in trade discussions regarding Aiyuk and that both sides continue to have active talks about a contract extension, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
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Team seeking extension
49ers general manager John Lynch said Tuesday at the NFL Scouting Combine that the team wants to sign Aiyuk to a long-term contract extension, Eric Branch of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.
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