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Rumored Patriots trade target doesn’t participate in training camp

Brandon Aiyuk was at 49ers camp. Participation was another matter.

The veteran receiver, who is in a contract dispute with the team and has asked to be traded didn’t participate in drills on the first day of camp.

According to Matt Barrows, who covered San Francisco for The Athletic, he was simply a spectator. Barrows tweeted:

“Brandon Aiyuk is not in uniform and is watching practice from the sideline. Also, I do not see Trent Williams.”

Brandon Aiyuk, whose protracted contract negotiations with the 49ers haven’t gone well, has requested a trade out of San Francisco.

The Patriots have inquired about Aiyuk before. According to Pro Football Talk, the Patriots offered their 2024 second-round pick during the draft but were turned down.

Jerod Mayo was asked about the possibility of making a big trade on Tuesday. He answered generally but left the door wide open.

“We’re always interested in getting the best players on our team,” Mayo said. “Whatever that looks like. Look, we’re third on the waiver wire as well. There will be some quality players that get released for various reasons and we’ll have an opportunity to improve our roster. So, if you’re going to sit there and ask me ‘Would we take a big player no matter what position?’ Absolutely. Absolutely. Not only today, but in the future.”