Among all the other factors that could prevent it from happening, NFL.com’s Bucky Brooks has identified a key concern with the Lions trade for Brandon Aiyuk.After a summer filled with trade rumors and no contract extension, San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk finally requested a move this week. Of course, the 49ers are under no obligation to do anything, but the situation may become so bad that they are forced to. And that something could be a new deal for him.
Aiyuk has some very realistic prospective trade suitors. There have been attempts to attach the Detroit Lions to a trade for him, with some openly admitting it is doubtful. “Never say never” is
Stretched to the maximum.Bucky Brooks of NFL.com is the latest to compile a list of prospective destinations for Aiyuk. The Washington Commanders, New England Patriots, Pittsburgh Steelers, and New York Giants are four of the most obvious potential suitors stated above. Brooks has the Lions on his list as the fourth team mentioned–they may or may not be ranked.
Bucky Brooks highlights a major concern with the Lions receiving Brandon Aiyuk in a trade. The concept of the Lions dealing for Aiyuk is appealing, despite the fact that they would not sacrifice the requisite draft capital or give Aiyuk the contract he seeks after paying Amon-Ra St. Brown.The Lions would be removing a vital weapon from the club that was on the verge of winning the NFC Championship Game last season. They’d also be preparing their own offense for a Super Bowl push this season, relieving pressure on Jameson Williams to be their No. 2 wide receiver.But Brooks got to the heart of the matter: the Lions were attempting to deal for Aiyuk, which seemed unlikely.
“Though the addition (of Aiyuk) could disrupt the chemistry, rhythm, and flow of an already high-performing unit, the aggressive move could also make Detroit’s offense impossible to defend.” The team would enter the 2024 regular season without an obvious deficiency on that side of the ball, while also diminishing the explosive potential of an NFC competitor (which, to be honest, highlights why this transaction is unlikely to happen.)”
The Lions have their own reasons for not seriously considering dealing for Aiyuk. On the other hand, the 49ers would or should have no desire to trade him to a team capable of unseating them as NFC champs.
If they move Aiyuk before the season begins, which is a major ‘if’, the 49ers would undoubtedly have the following items on their checklist:
1. An AFC team.
2. If an NFC team, which is not a major contender this year
The Lions may be completely dismissed as a casually speculated landing destination for Aiyuk, correct?
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