In recent weeks, speculation has been rampant regarding the future of wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk with the San Francisco 49ers. Aiyuk himself has voiced his dissatisfaction with the progress in contract negotiations. However, in a recent interview on The Pivot podcast, Aiyuk expressed his belief that he will still be donning the red and gold jersey this upcoming football season.

When asked about his jersey for the season, Aiyuk stated, "If I were to take a guess, probably a Niners uniform." He did mention other potential options, including a Washington Commanders uniform or a Steelers uniform, but it was evident that his preference lies with the 49ers.

Trade talks swirled around Aiyuk leading up to the NFL draft, as he is entering the final year of his rookie contract and is currently being paid below what he believes is his market value. Despite the discussions and the addition of rookie wide receiver Ricky Pearsall in the draft, Aiyuk was not traded.

Aiyuk further fueled speculation by posting a video of himself speaking with Washington Commanders rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels, where he claimed they didn't want him back. Aiyuk clarified that the team had expressed doubts about being on the same page, but he acknowledged that such rumors are typical during contract negotiations.

The friendship between Aiyuk and Daniels, who were teammates at Arizona State, has sparked interest in a potential move to Washington. The Pittsburgh Steelers have also been thrown into the conversation due to their lack of depth in the wide receiver position.

However, despite the ongoing contract negotiations and Aiyuk's openness about alternate landing spots, he reiterated his desire to remain with the 49ers. Aiyuk expressed hope that both sides can reach a deal, stating, "I feel like right now I'm in the right place, in the right spot, with the right quarterback. But we're not on the right terms."

In a recent meeting with the 49ers organization, there was reported progress in the contract discussions. NFL Network Insider Tom Pelissero revealed that both parties agreed to continue working towards an extension after the Fourth of July holiday. However, it remains to be seen if these positive developments will lead to a resolution amidst ongoing discussions.

As training camp approaches, Aiyuk's future with the 49ers remains uncertain. Fans eagerly await the next chapter in this ongoing saga, wondering if a resolution can be reached that will keep Aiyuk in San Francisco in the long term.