Brandon Aiyuk (Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports)
The 49ers could desperately use all hands on deck with the number of injuries they have had, but Brandon Aiyuk does not seem like someone they can depend on.

It does not appear Aiyuk will make his return to the field for the 49ers any time soon.

Aiyuk has been on the PUP list to start the season following his significant knee injury last year and was eligible to return after Week 4.

Unfortunately, last month, San Francisco GM John Lynch said Brandon Aiyuk was “not close” to returning.

Now, there is more potential drama brewing with wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk.

The latest update on him concerns his social media activity, which has fans nervous. He’s unfollowed the team on his Instagram account and removed all 49ers references.

The 49ers must regret signing Aiyuk to a big contract extension following the 2023 season, because now it seems that he wants out of the organization now that they need him the most.

Trade Proposals For Brandon Aiyuk

Brandon Aiyuk (Photo By Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images)
The San Francisco 49ers have a clear need at edge rusher after losing Nick Bosa for the remainder of the season to a torn ACL. However, they could also use receiver help.

To get that, they may want to think about trading Aiyuk.

One fascinating trade proposal involved the San Francisco 49ers swapping Brandon Aiyuk for Washington Commanders superstar wideout Terry McLaurin. Unfortunately for them, they waited too long, and the wideout ended up getting the contract he wanted.

Aiyuk posted 25 receptions for 374 yards and no touchdowns over seven games last season.

In a season in which the 49ers have lost Joey Bosa and Fed Warner, losing Aiyu would be equally devastating for a team with Super Bowl aspirations.

Luka Doncic ‘destroys’ the Mavs on his return. Gets standing ovation and shows love to Mark Cuban

Luka Doncic hits 45 points in his first game in Dallas since being traded to the Los Angeles.

It’s rare for a home crowd to cheer the visiting team, but Luka Doncic’s return to Dallas was no ordinary night.

Just days before February’s trade deadline, the Mavericks shocked the NBA by sending their 26-year-old superstar to the Lakers—a move that outraged fans and sparked backlash toward GM Nico Harrison.

On Wednesday, Doncic played his first game back in Dallas since the trade. The arena was filled with fans in both his old Mavs and new Lakers jerseys, many chanting “Fire Nico” in protest.

Despite the emotion in the air, Doncic delivered a dominant performance, scoring a game-high 45 points to lead the Lakers to a 112-97 win. It was a powerful return for one of the league’s brightest stars—and a night Dallas won’t soon forget

The Mavericks pay tribute to Luka Dončić

While the Mavericks’ decision to trade Luka Doncic remains heavily criticized, they handled his return to Dallas with undeniable grace. The organization made sure his first game back as a Laker was met with respect and appreciation.

Every seat in the arena was draped with a T-shirt reading “Hvala za vse,” which translates from Slovenian to “thank you for everything.” It was a thoughtful nod to Doncic’s heritage and impact on the franchise.

Before tip-off, during the starting lineup announcements, the Mavericks played a tribute video showcasing some of Doncic’s most iconic moments in a Dallas jersey. The emotional gesture clearly resonated—moving Doncic to tears in front of the crowd that once called him their own.

Luka Doncic ‘DESTROYS’ his old team

Luka delivered a dazzling performance against his former team, putting up 45 points on 16-of-28 shooting, including 7-of-10 from beyond the arc. He also added 8 rebounds, 6 assists, and 4 steals in a game that showed exactly why he’s one of the best in the league.

From the opening tip, Doncic was locked in. By halftime, Doncic had racked up 31 points on 11-of-16 shooting in just 19 minutes—marking the 10th time in his career he’s scored 30 or more in a single half.

Though his scoring slowed in the second half, he continued to lead effectively, securing both a Lakers win and an unforgettable showing for the fans in Dallas.