One reason why it makes little sense for the San Francisco 49ers to trade wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk is because of the chemistry he has with quarterback Brock Purdy. That duo was one of the most efficient and explosive in the NFL during the 2023 regular season.
The Niners will need to pay Aiyuk at some point this offseason. They’re a year away from paying their quarterback. The 49ers have used Purdy’s rookie contract to their advantage. They’ve extended their best players and made them one of if not the highest paid players at their positions.