The New England Patriots put in a strong effort to acquire Brandon Aiyuk from the San Francisco 49ers last month, but ultimately lost out as the star wide receiver signed a lucrative contract extension with his current team. The Patriots were one of the finalists in a potential deal for Aiyuk, offering a competitive trade package and hefty contract offers. Despite their best efforts, Aiyuk did not show interest in joining the Patriots, leading to the team deciding not to pursue any further trade possibilities with the 49ers regarding the receiver. The Patriots reportedly offered Aiyuk a three-year deal worth $90 million or a four-year deal averaging $32.4 million per year, making them the strongest monetary offer among Aiyuk’s suitors. However, Aiyuk ultimately chose to stay with the 49ers, signing a four-year, $120 million extension. With the Patriots facing a rebuild, it was not surprising that Aiyuk opted to remain with a team that recently played in the Super Bowl. Despite their efforts, New England was unable to land the star receiver, highlighting the challenges the team faces in rebuilding their roster.
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