Aiyuk, Lynch stand together at 49ers camp amid ongoing negotiations
Jul 25, 2024 at 5:00 PM
SANTA CLARA — If 49ers general manager John Lynch has been Brandon Aiyuk's nemesis over the past several months, they gave no outward appearance of acrimony on Thursday. Aiyuk is seeking a new contract that pays him among the top wide receivers in the NFL. Up to this point, Lynch has not agreed on Aiyuk's worth to the 49ers. But the two men showed no signs of any bitterness during the 49ers' second practice of training camp. They stood side-by-side for more than 20 minutes during the early portion of the team's workout. Aiyuk is not taking part in practices while his contract situation remains unresolved. Lynch, a Pro Football Hall of Fame player as a safety, often watches practice from a spot in the middle of the field deep in the defensive backfield. Aiyuk, wearing workout gear, engaged in a one-on-one conversation with Lynch while the practice got underway. Aiyuk recently requested a trade, but Lynch made it clear this week that he expects Aiyuk to remain with the organization at least through this season. The 26-year-old reported to training camp on time Tuesday to avoid any possible fines. He is not expected to take the practice field until his contract situation is cleared...
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