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Despite reports of aggressively pursuing him just hours earlier, the New England Patriots have bowed out of the Brandon Aiyuk sweepstakes, according to ESPN. New England was reportedly prepared to make the 49ers’ wideout one of the five highest-paid receivers in the NFL. Yet after inquiring about Aiyuk’s availability, the Patriots have decided to change course and will instead put their trust into their young receiving corps for the 2024 season.
The Patriots might be out, but another AFC squad is still reportedly in the running to land Aiyuk, who has requested a trade out of San Francisco. The Steelers reengaged in trade talks with the 49ers on Tuesday after things had stalled Monday night, according to ESPN. The Washington Commanders and Cleveland Browns are two other teams to keep an eye on.
No verbal agreement has been made between the Steelers and the 49ers on a possible trade as of Wednesday…
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