As he seeks a new contract, the Mike Tomlin doppelganger continues to fuel the rumor mill. Brandon Aiyuk, a wide receiver
for the San Francisco 49ers, is reportedly looking for a new deal.This time, he was observed on Instagram Live driving up to 49ers headquarters… which you’d assume is an indication that things are going well for him and the team in their efforts to reach an agreement on a new contract.
However, in the video, Aiyuk was wearing a Pittsburgh Pirates hat. In that moment, he revived Pittsburgh Steelers supporters’ hopes that he could make it to the 412.
Aiyuk has been linked to the Steelers as a potential trade target since the pre-draft process.
However, there has been no formal confirmation that negotiations have ever taken place between the two regarding Aiyuk specifically. After reports emerged that contract negotiations had stalled, Aiyuk demanded a personal meeting with the team earlier this week.
The meeting “went well,” but there has been no movement on a deal. Negotiations between the two sides have become increasingly heated over time.
There’s little doubt that Brandon Aiyuk would be an excellent complement to third-year receiver George Pickens, who has a reputation for his rugged play style and spectacular catches. Meanwhile, Aiyuk excels as a route runner, creating separation and generating yards after the catch.
Together, their skill sets would give Russell Wilson, Justin Fields, or anyone else playing quarterback the best chance to win a Super Bowl in the coming years.