Getty Brandon Aiyuk running with the ball. After an offseason of trade rumors a year ago, and plenty of other drama, it was a possibility that the San Francisco 49ers could have looked to move on from Brandon Aiyuk . Instead, the team decided to pay its star wide receiver, a decision that made sense. The 49ers are well-positioned to win a Super Bowl over the next few years, and having Aiyuk on the roster, when healthy and playing at his best, brings them closer to that goal. 49ers Provide