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Entering the upcoming 2026 regular season, the San Francisco 49ers are still dealing with one of the biggest headaches in the latest NFL rumors. While they may search for a new wide receiver midway through the 2026 campaign, the 49ers still need to decide what to do with former first-round pick Brandon Aiyuk. Bleacher Report’s Kristopher put together a list of top candidates heading into Week 1 of the NFL season and projects that Aiyuk could still be traded. The former Arizona State product has not generated any interest since his social media fiasco with QB Jayden Daniels and the Washington Commanders; However, Knox said a needy team may pursue him. “If a team becomes desperate for wide receiver help, it can probably have San Francisco 49ers pass-catcher Brandon Aiyuk for next to nothing. The 49ers have made it clear that they’re ready to move on from their former standout, and they’ve practically begged teams to take him off their hands all offseason,” he said. Knox is referring to what 49ers GM John Lynch said in a post-draft conference to reporters, noting that the veteran wide receiver is available on the trade block. There aren’t many positives about the receiver, but he could be traded in the coming weeks. NFL Rumors: 49ers $120M Bust Still on Trade Block; 5 Suitors Emerge Worth the Desperation? Unfortunately, it might not be worth it. The wide receiver has not had a Pro Bowl season since 2023, when he recorded a career-high 1,342 yards (seventh among wide receivers). While Knox connects Aiyuk to the Houston Texans, the team already traded for Kayshon Boutte, and they’d probably be better off signing Tyreek Hill once healthy if they’re that desperate for another receiver. The same applies to the Miami Dolphins, who released Hill and traded Jaylen Waddle to the Denver Broncos. However, there’s a saying: never say never. The 49ers’ troubled wideout could generate interest from at least five teams. Other Possible Suitors for Aiyuk in the next pages: