Washington Commanders Eye Brandon Aiyuk for Wide Receiver Spot

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Washington Commanders got a wide open spot at number two wide receiver, and they're still

eyeing San Francisco 49er star, Brandon Ayug, to fill. It.

Even though he's still on that roster, multiple team sources say he's very much in the mix

as they build around rookie quarterback Jaden Daniels.

Earlier this week, ESPN reporter John Keem dropped that the Commanders aren't jumping

into a trade for Ayug. They're betting the 49ers might cut him soon, but they're not

sitting idle. They're scouting other moves too. Ayug's last year was rough with an early

injury and some messy contract drama that left bad blood. Still, his talent could super

charge Washington's passing game if he lands there, giving Daniels that reliable target

he needs.

On the draft front, they might grab Ohio State's carnal Tate with the seventh overall pick.

If he's gone, Arizona State's Jordan Tyson is another name floating, though it's a bit

of a reach. Right now, it's a 10 standoff, since Ayug has no guarantee cash left, the

49ers can wait him out.

Washington's offense holds its breath, wondering if Ayug's upside joins the squad or if someone

else steps up.