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Brandon Aiyuk files for reinstatement from 49ers' reserve/left squad list

Wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk is moving closer to an NFL return by officially requesting reinstatement from the San Francisco 49ers' reserve/left squad list. His representative, Drew Rosenhaus, confirmed the filing to ESPN and noted that his client intends to arrive at the franchise headquarters shortly, adding that the pass-catcher has fully recovered from his previous knee injury.

Aiyuk was originally placed on the designation amid a contract dispute regarding his rehabilitation process, which led franchise officials to void remaining financial guarantees and declare that he would not appear for the organization again. Because previous efforts to swap him yielded no deals, the organization faces decisions regarding a potential trade or outright release once his paperwork clears.

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