Sherman Defends Niners' Aiyuk Treatment

0:00For the NFL, it's March 17th. Here's what's happening. Make sure you're subscribed so you never miss an update. The drama between why receiver Brandon Ayuk and the San Francisco 49ers has been one of the weirdest stories of the 2025 NFL. Season. Fans and analysts figured it would be his last year with the team after locker room issues and other off-field antics. But the 49ers are still holding firm. Earlier this week, former player Richard Sherman pushed back on that idea during his podcast. He argued the team is not mistreating Ayuk by keeping him around. Many fans feel like the 49ers are holding Ayuk hostage. Sherman sees it the other way, pointing to Ayuk's current deal as the 7th most valuable for wide receivers, league wide. If they cut him now, Sherman says Ayuk might only land a one-year-proovic contract worth 6 to 12 million dollars. Keeping him keeps that big deal intact, which is better than starting over and proving his worth again at 30 million a year.

1:01Meanwhile, the 49ers just added Mike Evans, fueling trade talk. Sherman thinks swapping Ayuk for a 7th round draft pick would suit both sides best, especially after his standout efficiencies and not long ago. D&N is brought to you by our sponsor link in the description. You know what is better than earbuds and bed? No earbuds at all. S-O-L-L-I-SOLYPILLOW.com