Brandon Aiyuk's decision to throw shade at quarterback Jayden Daniels on social media may have burned the final bridge he had regarding his desired move to the Washington Commanders. It's been one bad decision after another from the wide receiver in recent weeks, and this could be the last straw.
It might be a simple case of Aiyuk and Daniels trolling the general public, of course. That couldn't be dismissed, but there seems to be an intent to sabotage things for himself before his eventual release from the San Francisco 49ers is confirmed.
This is another major blunder from Aiyuk. And if the Commanders are intent on finding another experienced wide receiver to pick up the slack, general manager Adam Peters should now have Stefon Diggs' representation on speed-dial.
Commanders should turn their attention to Stefon Diggs after Brandon Aiyuk blunder
Diggs has been relatively quiet since his legal issues concluded successfully. He's outlined a desire to speak to Washington about a potential homecoming, but nothing has materialized yet. Until something gets confirmed with the Commanders or elsewhere, the four-time Pro Bowler is working hard to ensure he's ready for the next challenge.
Aiyuk has gone about things differently. And that is not a good thing.
Nobody is seemingly safe from his outbursts, including the one man who could have put in the best word for him in Washington. He could still end up with the Commanders, but if there is any substance to this online beef between the two, it's a complete non-starter.
That's where Diggs comes in. While he's also got baggage, the former Maryland standout is productive. He looks sharp in workouts and seems to have a lot of good football left in him. Much will depend on the money he wants on any deal, but the Commanders have the resources to make him a decent offer in this scenario.
The Commanders seem content with what they have right now. They are also reportedly looking for more, with Aiyuk at the forefront of speculation. This exchange with Daniels might be enough to tip the scales away from the possibility, and Diggs is arguably the best available free agent who'd relish the chance to play closer to home.
The whole situation with Aiyuk is farcical. He's shot himself in the foot way too many times, and even though the Niners are not without blame, the 2023 second-team All-Pro is in danger of talking himself out of the league.
Daniels may have been his only hope, so just why he directed some less-than-ideal comments in his direction is anyone's guess. Poor judgment seems to follow him around. Diggs is no saint either, but there is much less risk attached.
Time will tell, but it's starting to look like neither will be in a Washington uniform this season.
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