Report: Kaepernick deal held up by $4.9 million gap

Justin Melo of The Draft Network reports that the San Francisco 49ers conducted a virtual interview with former Memphis running back Blake Watson. NFL teams are finalizing their prospect evaluations ahead of the 2024 NFL Draft, which kicks off in one week. .@MemphisFB RB Blake Watson has outstanding burst + speed. 1,252 yards + 14 TDs 2023. 4.39 40, 41.5" VJ, 11-3 BJ at Pro Day.30s w/ #Broncos +

South Carolina wide receiver Xavier Legette recently informed Justin Melo of The Draft Network that the San Francisco 49ers were among the many teams he visited leading up to the 2024 NFL Draft. .@GamecockFB WR Xavier Legette had 13+ pre-draft visits! Among the most in-demand prospects heading into Thurs.#Texans #Steelers

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk is in high spirits, and it's no wonder why. He's well aware that his bank account is about to get a significant boost, one way or another. Aiyuk posted a video to Instagram, showing himself dancing and seemingly celebrating the good fortune of one of his NFL peers. The Detroit Lions recently inked their star wideout, Amon-Ra St. Brown, to a lucrative four-year, $120 million contract extension. Aiyuk eagerly awaits his own deal from the 49ers and recognizes that the news out of Detroit will only strengthen his agent, Ryan Williams' hand at the negotiating table. Brandon

On Wednesday, Chat Sports contributor Chase Senior reported that the Pittsburgh Steelers were "aggressively pursuing" San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk. He further stated that the Steelers are confident they can finalize a deal for the star player. REPORTS: The Pittsburgh Steelers are aggressively pursuing a Brandon Aiyuk trade and the Steelers would be "surprised" if they don't land Aiyuk. Of note: Pittsburgh has the 20th overall pick. The Niners could look at that as equal value for Aiyuk if they can't get a deal done.…