John Lynch sounded optimistic about a Brandon Aiyuk comeback, noting the receiver is progressing well. “Brandon’s rehabbing. He’s trying to get back on the field,” Lynch said to NBCS 49ers, while also addressing rumors by explaining that “some things were reported this week that happened a long time ago.” He added both sides “have moved on from that.”

Lynch emphasized that the 49ers keep very few rules, but they matter. “There are things that happen, there’s basic rules, team rules, league rules,” he said. “The ones we do have are very important… this is the first time it’s happened in our tenure.” He explained the team “had no other recourse” but to act on those rules.

The GM closed by making it clear they want Aiyuk back. “We want nothing more for Brandon to come back and be a part of

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