The NFL has notified San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk that he owes the franchise approximately $13 million, according to a source familiar with the matter who spoke to The Associated Press.
The development marks a significant financial dispute between the player and the organization. Aiyuk, who has emerged as one of the league's top receivers since being drafted in 2020, is currently playing under his rookie contract.
Details regarding the specific nature of the owed amount — whether it relates to signing bonus recoupment, fines, or other contractual obligations — were not immediately disclosed. The 49ers and Aiyuk's representatives have not publicly commented on the situation.
The news comes as Aiyuk continues to be a focal point of San Francisco's offense, having recorded over 1,000 receiving yards in each of the past two seasons. Any resolution could have implications for the team's salary cap management and Aiyuk's long-term future with the franchise.
