The 2026 NFL Draft is fast approaching with the start of the first round on April 23, and San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch is busy taking trade calls. This is nothing new, as Lynch is often negotiating deals, whether it's a new contract for Trent Williams, examining trade costs for other playmakers, or evaluating if he should trade one of his own contracts.
As the 49ers are preparing for the draft, Lynch took time to address local media, where he asked various questions related to the draft and the players who have been the subject of trade rumors throughout the off-season.
When it comes to former second-team All-Pro receiver Brandon Aiyuk, Lynch admitted he doesn't think there's a "high chance" he'll be traded this week. However he acknowledged there is still a chance the team will trade Aiyuk, depending on what teams are willing to offer.
Lynch also said that the 49ers have had trade discussions with specific teams about a potential trade, but of course, he did not say which teams have registered interest. The Washington Commanders are the team most linked to Aiyuk, and their connection with Aiyuk's college QB at Arizona State, Jayden Daniels, could help a deal.
For now, Aiyuk is set to enter the second season of a four-year, $120 million contract, where he has a $16.6 million cap hit for 2026. Some believe this is too rich for a player who did not play a single snap last season. Yet others, including the 49ers, think Aiyuk can still be a highly productive player if he can stay healthy.
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