Steelers Pursue Trade for 49ers Wide Receiver Brandon Aiyuk
Pittsburgh, PA – The Pittsburgh Steelers are actively chasing a trade for San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk. However, it seems there are several steps that need to be completed before this potential trade can be finalized. The first hurdle is satisfying what the 49ers want in exchange for Aiyuk, and the second is successfully negotiating a contract between Aiyuk and the Steelers.
Sports reports indicate that the Steelers have made their intentions clear, with an offer that could pay Aiyuk around $28 million per year. This offer is in line with what several other talented receivers, including DeVonta Smith, Jaylen Waddle, and Amon-Ra St. Brown, have received this offseason. If Aiyuk accepts this proposed deal, it will place him among the league’s top earners at his position, tied for the sixth-highest average annual value (AAV) alongside Davante Adams of the Las Vegas Raiders.
However, the 49ers have their own demands. Reports suggest that they are asking for a combination of second- and third-round draft picks from the Steelers in exchange for Aiyuk. So far, the Steelers seem reluctant to meet this asking price, which may complicate the trade negotiations.
Aiyuk himself has expressed a strong interest in joining the Steelers, which adds another layer to the situation. Yet, despite his enthusiasm and the Steelers’ interest, they have not budged on the 49ers’ draft pick requirements, keeping the likelihood of a deal uncertain.
In recent days, there have not been any significant updates on this front, leaving fans and analysts guessing about what will happen next. With the start of the season just weeks away, it’s unclear if a resolution is on the horizon or if these discussions will continue to drag on.
As the situation develops, all eyes will be on both the Steelers and the 49ers to see whether they can reach an agreement that satisfies both teams and gets Aiyuk into a Pittsburgh uniform.
