Brandon Aiyuk Reportedly Owes 49ers $13 Million in Bonuses
The NFL has informed receiver Brandon Aiyuk that he owes the San Francisco 49ers roughly $13 million in previously received bonuses as he seeks to rejoin the team's roster. The information comes from an AP source in Santa Clara, California.

Panama City, FL, November 6, 2026 —
San Francisco, CA – NFL player Brandon Aiyuk has been informed that he owes approximately $13 million in previously received bonuses to the San Francisco 49ers. This development comes as the wide receiver seeks to be reinstated to the team’s roster.
The information regarding the bonus repayment obligation was disclosed by an Associated Press source located in Santa Clara, California. Details surrounding the specific circumstances leading to the repayment requirement, such as the nature of the bonuses and the contractual clauses involved, were not immediately available.
The exact status of Aiyuk’s current relationship with the 49ers’ roster and the timeline for his potential return were not provided in the summary. The requirement for Aiyuk to repay bonuses typically arises from contract disputes, holdouts, or specific performance clauses that have not been met.
As Aiyuk aims to rejoin the team, the significant financial obligation represents a key point in his contractual situation. The amount of $13 million is reported as a rough figure, and further clarification on the precise sum and the underlying contractual agreements is pending. The NFL has communicated this information to Aiyuk.
No further information was provided regarding statements from Brandon Aiyuk, the San Francisco 49ers organization, or the NFL concerning this matter. The contractor’s name was not provided, nor were details about the specific bonus structure.
Story summarized from the original created by JOSH DUBOW, Associated Press on www.mypanhandle.com, see more information here.
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