NFL News: 49ers confirm the worst outcome for Brandon Aiyuk's injury

The 2024 NFL season has not been kind to the San Francisco 49ers. In Week 7, the NFC West team lost to the Kansas City Chiefs, with Brandon Aiyuk suffering a tough injury, and it is confirmed that it is worst outcome possible.

Prior to the start of the 2024 campaign, the 49ers were expected to dominate the NFC West. Unfortunately, the team has lost several key players, which has directly impacted their performance this season.

Now, San Francisco braces for more bad news. In Week 7, Brandon Aiyuk, their star wide receiver, sustained a serious knee injury. The player couldn’t return to the game, and the team is now preparing for potentially devastating news.

49ers lose Brandon Aiyuk for the remainder of the 2024 season

Injuries have hit the 49ers hard this year. Through just seven weeks, San Francisco has lost several players, including Christian McCaffrey, Deebo Samuel,and George Kittle.

While the 49ers were able to recover Deebo Samuel and George Kittle quickly, Christian McCaffrey has missed all of the season so far. Now, the offense may take another blow with the long-term loss of Aiyuk.

In Week 7, the 49ers faced the Chiefs at home. Shortly before halftime, Brandon Aiyuk caught a pass from Brock Purdy but was sandwiched between Chamarri Conner and Trent McDuffie.

The star wide receiver fell to the ground and was immediately attended to by medical staff. He limped off the field, and the 49ers later ruled him out for the remainder of the game due to a knee injury.

On Monday, Kyle Shanahan delivered grim news. The coach said the team believes Brandon Aiyuk tore his ACL, information that was later confirmed by the club, which means that he will miss the remainder of the 2024 season.

What is Brandon Aiyuk’s contract with the 49ers?

Brandon Aiyuk signed a four-year contract extension with the San Francisco 49ers in 2024, worth $120 million. This deal includes a $23 million signing bonus and guarantees $76 million overall.

The contract also includes multiple bonuses, such as a per-game roster bonus and workout bonuses. Aiyuk’s contract runs through 2028, with an option for the 49ers to release him in 2027 while carrying a significant dead cap hit if they do so.