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The reluctance to pay Aiyuk last year has left fans and analysts speculating whether the 49ers made a hasty decision to retain him. This feeling was reinforced during training camp, where Aiyuk’s attitude reportedly created distractions within the team. Given his struggles with injuries and personal setbacks, it raises questions about whether the 49ers can or should continue banking on his potential.
While they still have dependable players like Jauan Jennings and George Kittle, and running back Christian McCaffrey prominently involved in the pass game, the San Francisco offense risks becoming one-dimensional without a fully healthy and engaged receiving core.