Jake Roth-USA TODAY Sports
NFL Rumors: Melvin Gordon begins following 49ers, Raiders, others after Chargers allow him to seek trade
Sep 2, 2019 at 10:16 AM
•
Videos are auto-populated by an affiliate. This site has no control over the videos that appear above.
It's probably nothing, but fans took notice when Los Angeles Chargers running back Melvin Gordon started following several other NFL teams over the weekend, including the two Bay Area teams — the San Francisco 49ers and Oakland Raiders.
The Chargers gave Gordon and his representatives permission to seek a trade after contract extension talks stalled. Los Angeles has no intention of reopening discussions until after the 2019 season.
Gordon is set to earn $5.6 million during the upcoming season on the fifth-year option from his rookie contract. The running back, however, is reportedly seeking a contract extension worth over $10 million per season and does not plan to report to the Chargers as they prepare for Week 1 of the regular season.
In addition to the 49ers and Raiders, Gordon has started following the Atlanta Falcons and Philadelphia Eagles, too.
The Chargers made Gordon, who played college football at Wisconsin, the No. 15 overall selection in 2015. He carried the football 175 times for 885 yards with 10 rushing touchdowns while adding 50 receptions for 490 yards with four receiving touchdowns through 12 starts with Los Angeles in 2018.
Gordon has 3,628 rushing yards on 897 attempts with 28 rushing touchdowns through his four NFL seasons.
The 49ers enter the regular season with three running backs — Tevin Coleman, Matt Breida, and Raheem Mostert — on their 53-player roster. The team placed Jerick McKinnon on season-ending injured reserve for the second straight season and also signed Jeff Wilson to its practice squad.
Again, it may be nothing, but fans took notice of Gordon's social media actions. There is no speculation here. I'm just pointing out an interesting tidbit that was sent to us.
Facebook Comments
More San Francisco 49ers News
Insider provides clarity on 49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk trade rumors
A questionable rumor surfaced on Wednesday regarding the Pittsburgh Steelers' interest in San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk. Sports Illustrated contributor Noah Strackbein reported that the AFC team was seemingly confident they could pull off a trade for Aiyuk.
However, the credibility of this report comes into question due to the assertion that the Steelers believe they could acquire Aiyuk at a bargain price, possibly in exchange for a second-round draft pick and a late-round selection.
RELATED: Steelers believe they can acquire Aiyuk at a
Why one analyst is worried for Brock Purdy if 49ers trade Brandon Aiyuk
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy achieved a remarkable feat in 2023, setting a single-season franchise record with 4,280 passing yards. This accomplishment is noteworthy, considering the illustrious quarterbacks who have graced the organization's history.
A significant portion of those yards came from wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk, who amassed a career-high and team-leading 1,342 receiving yards. Most of his 75 catches originated from passes thrown by Purdy.
Amidst significant offseason chatter surrounding the 49ers' star receiver, including several unsubstantiated trade rumors, Aiyuk's future remains uncertain. Former NFL player James Jones, now an analyst, expressed concern for Purdy should Aiyuk's tenure in the Bay Area come to an end.
"I
Could the 49ers trade up in the draft for a top tackle?
The San Francisco 49ers are likely hoping that a top offensive lineman drops to them at No. 31 in the first round of this month's draft. Fans would like to see the team add someone to compete with Colton McKivitz for the right tackle spot and potentially take over for Trent Williams when the future Hall of Famer decides to retire.
Having two studs bookending the offensive line would go a long way in protecting franchise quarterback Brock Purdy. While tackle may be the first-round target, depending on how the first 30 selections play out, San Francisco might have to trade up to get a genuinely impactful
Brandon Aiyuk's agent denies rumor that 49ers WR has requested trade
A sketchy rumor surfaced on Sunday morning, alleging that San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk had requested a trade.
BREAKING: Brandon Aiyuk has officially requested a trade from the 49ers, per confirmation from my San Francisco source. Benjamin Allbright & 49ersSportsTalk have also done some preliminary reporting on this story. As of Sunday morning, April 14, the Steelers have been the… pic.twitter.com/plCkQo87lj— John Frascella (Football) (@LegendSports7)
