In a recent mock draft published by Pro Football Focus, author Arjun Menon took a unique approach by basing player selections on the betting market odds for each team. While this method provided an interesting spin, the projected trade involving the San Francisco 49ers comes with a significant flaw.

Menon's mock draft suggests that Georgia wide receiver Ladd McConkey could land with the 49ers due to apparent contract negotiation issues with Brandon Aiyuk. However, this assumes that Aiyuk would be traded and fails to consider the likelihood of the 49ers receiving a first-round pick in return.

If the 49ers were to trade Aiyuk, it would be expected that they would acquire a first-round pick in this year's draft, potentially from teams like the Jacksonville Jaguars (No. 17) or the Pittsburgh Steelers (No. 20). Previous trades involving wide receivers of similar caliber, such as AJ Brown and Marquise Brown, saw teams receiving additional draft picks along with the first-rounder.

While it is conceivable that the 49ers could trade Aiyuk and select a wide receiver in the first round, it is also plausible that they may choose a receiver without parting ways with Aiyuk. However, it remains challenging to envision the 49ers trading Aiyuk this offseason unless they are offered a first-round pick in return, as demonstrated by past trade precedents.

The mock draft's implication that McConkey is the favorite to land in San Francisco may not necessarily be related to Aiyuk's situation. It is crucial to acknowledge that if the 49ers were to trade the All-Pro wide receiver, it is highly likely that they would receive a first-round pick in this year's draft, potentially accompanied by other considerations.

As the NFL offseason progresses, it will be interesting to see how the 49ers navigate Aiyuk's contract negotiations and whether any potential trade transpires. The draft remains a pivotal event for teams to strengthen their rosters, and the 49ers' strategy in addressing their wide receiver position will undoubtedly attract attention in the coming months.