San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk could be aiming for a contract that surpasses Amon-Ra St. Brown's, according to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler. Aiyuk's goal is reportedly to at least match St. Brown's impressive four-year, $120 million deal.

During an appearance on "NFL Live," Fowler explained that Aiyuk recognizes his accomplishments in the 49ers' offense and believes he deserves a contract in the range of St. Brown's or even higher. However, he clarified that Aiyuk doesn't necessarily aim to become the highest-paid receiver in the league.

Aiyuk, who had a breakout season with a career-best 1,342 receiving yards, is entering the final year of his rookie contract in 2024. His upcoming season will see him earning a base salary of $14,124,000, with an equal cap hit. In comparison, St. Brown, an All-Pro selection in 2023, will be making approximately $30 million per season under his new contract.

Considering that Aiyuk is looking for a more lucrative deal than St. Brown's, it is likely that he will seek a contract that exceeds the annual figure of $28 million. Currently, the highest-paid receiver in the NFL in terms of average annual value is A.J. Brown of the Philadelphia Eagles, who recently signed a massive contract extension worth $32 million per season over the next three years.

While negotiations are yet to take place, Aiyuk's impressive performances and impact on the 49ers' offense make a strong case for a significant pay raise. As the 2024 season approaches, fans and analysts will keep a close eye on developments regarding Aiyuk's contract situation, eager to see if he can secure a deal equal to or surpassing the benchmark set by Amon-Ra St. Brown.