Brandon Aiyuk and the 49ers: A Tumultuous Relationship

49ers GM John Lynch says he expects Aiyuk to remain with the team despite trade rumors

Aiyuk's social media activity suggests otherwise

The San Francisco 49ers are in a bit of a pickle with wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk. The 24-year-old has been the subject of trade rumors for months, and his recent social media activity has done little to quell speculation that he wants out of San Francisco.

On Friday, a video went viral showing Aiyuk getting a handshake and hug from 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan as he showed up to watch practice. Some saw this as a sign that Aiyuk is happy where he is and that the trade rumors are unfounded. However, others pointed to Aiyuk's body language in the video, which they said suggested that he was not happy to be there.

Aiyuk has also been active on social media in recent weeks, and his posts have been interpreted by some as a sign that he is unhappy with the 49ers. In one post, Aiyuk wrote, "I'm not going to let anyone tell me what to do." In another, he wrote, "I'm going to do what's best for me." These posts have led some to believe that Aiyuk is looking for a way out of San Francisco.

The 49ers have said that they are not planning to trade Aiyuk, but it's clear that the relationship between the two sides is strained. Aiyuk is a talented player, but he has also been a source of frustration for the 49ers. He has been inconsistent on the field, and he has been criticized for his attitude. If the 49ers can't resolve their issues with Aiyuk, they may have no choice but to trade him.