49ers coach gives blunt reaction to disgruntled Brandon Aiyuk's return to team: 'I could care less'

Brandon Aiyuk returned to the 49ers facility, but head coach Kyle Shanahan expressed indifference, stating the issue has been resolved for the team. Aiyuk, recovering from injuries, aims for NFL reinstatement and is still under contract despite the general manager’s doubts about him playing for the Niners again.

• Brandon Aiyuk returned to the San Francisco 49ers facility.
• Head coach Kyle Shanahan stated he “could care less” about Aiyuk’s return and that the situation has been resolved for the team.
• Aiyuk is recovering from multiple knee injuries sustained in the 2024 season and has been undergoing a long rehab process.
• Aiyuk stated he is “back to 100 percent” and looking to get reinstated into the NFL.
• The rift between Aiyuk and the 49ers began over a year ago when the team voided guaranteed money on his extension after he did not participate in rehab sessions.
• Aiyuk was placed on the reserve/left team list in December after not showing up to the facility.
• General manager John Lynch previously indicated he does not expect Aiyuk to play for the 49ers again.
• Aiyuk had 24 catches for 374 yards in 2024 before his injury and had a breakout season in 2023 with 1,342 yards on 75 receptions and seven touchdowns.