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Will the 49ers and Brandon Aiyuk be able to come to an agreement on a deal?
– 49ers receiver Brandon Aiyuk is seeking a new contract
– The 49ers and Aiyuk are not close to reaching a deal
– Aiyuk’s fifth-year option for 2023 is $14.12 million
– Aiyuk could face fines for skipping training camp and preseason games
– Aiyuk can skip offseason programs, including mandatory minicamp
– Aiyuk is frustrated that Deebo Samuel received a long-term contract before him
– The 49ers may be willing to offer Aiyuk a new contract but not top-of-market money
– The current highest-paid receiver is Tyreek Hill at $30 million per year
– Aiyuk’s price could increase once other top receivers receive new contracts
– Delaying negotiations rarely makes signing a player cheaper, usually more expensive.
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