San Francisco 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan maintained Saturday that injured wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk could still play this season, but much of what he said painted it as wildly unlikely.

Kyle Shanahan said Saturday he is still "holding out hope" Brandon Aiyuk will return to the San Francisco 49ers despite the team's decision to void the guaranteed money in his contract for 2026.

All signs are pointing to the San Francisco 49ers releasing former All-Pro wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk at the end of the season. The 49ers voided the guaranteed

Coach Kyle Shanahan shed light on the 49ers voiding of Brandon Aiyuk’s 2026 guarantees back in July but did not specify why nor rule out a comeback this season or next.

The Cleveland Browns have been rumored to be interested in Brandon Aiyuk in the past. Now, with the 49ers likely moving on, interest again?

The San Francisco 49ers are finally getting healthy, as Brock Purdy returned to action to throw 200 yards and three touchdowns in Week 11. However, one glaring question remains whether Brandon Aiyuk will return, and a 49ers insider has painted a grim picture regarding his chance to play in 2025.

The 49ers are in the thick of the playoff hunt and Mac Jones' stock is up after a strong showing in relief of an injured Brock Purdy.