49ers coach gives blunt reaction to disgruntled Brandon Aiyuk's return to team: 'I could care less'
Brandon Aiyuk says he's "back to 100 percent" and seeking NFL reinstatement, but Kyle Shanahan's blunt response signals a deep rift with the 49ers.
TL;DR
- Brandon Aiyuk returned to the San Francisco 49ers facility.
- Head coach Kyle Shanahan stated he "could care less" about Aiyuk's return and that the situation has been resolved for the team.
- Aiyuk is recovering from multiple knee injuries sustained in the 2024 season and has been undergoing a long rehab process.
- Aiyuk stated he is "back to 100 percent" and looking to get reinstated into the NFL.
- The rift between Aiyuk and the 49ers began over a year ago when the team voided guaranteed money on his extension after he did not participate in rehab sessions.
- Aiyuk was placed on the reserve/left team list in December after not showing up to the facility.
- General manager John Lynch previously indicated he does not expect Aiyuk to play for the 49ers again.
- Aiyuk had 24 catches for 374 yards in 2024 before his injury and had a breakout season in 2023 with 1,342 yards on 75 receptions and seven touchdowns.