49ers’ Brandon Aiyuk DISPLEASED with ESPN’s No. 1 snub despite stellar performance in NFC Championship against Lions

The 49ers finally got the NFC Championship title, after a stunning comeback against the Detroit Lions.

49ers’ Brandon Aiyuk DISPLEASED with ESPN’s No. 1 snub despite stellar performance in NFC Championship against Lions

Brandon Aiyuk's insane catch (Image via Yahoo Sports)

The game-deciding catch of Brandon Aiyuk from a deep throw of Brock Purdy has been all the rage amid the 49ers’ fanbase. It already attracted a lot of media space and now Aiyuk himself spoke regarding the play.

The catch that hit the face mask of Detroit Lions‘ Kindle Vildor, ended up in the hands of the Aiyuk. He continued with the ball to complete the touchdown. It was the lone touchdown that Aiyuk registered in the crucial NFC Championship game. In addition, it later proved to be decisive in the victory of the Niners.

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Now, Brandon Aiyuk shed light on the rather impressive move. The play was considered for the No.2 honor in the Sportscenter’s top 10 list. In disbelief, Aiyuk filmed himself while lying on the bed and expressed his discontent. The WR said:

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No. 2? Who the hell had that 1? Let me see this s***.
Brandon Aiyuk said

When the WR got to know that it was Lamar Jackson, he said:

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Brandon Aiyuk after learning Lamar Jackson’s play was No.1

It was a 51-meter-long connection that Brock Purdy and the WR enjoyed. Although it was a risky throw, it came out at a necessary moment. The Niners went to the dressing room trailing 24-7 at halftime. To turn the table upside down, the Niners needed to have a clutch third quarter. Considering the situation, Purdy stepped up at the moment and threw the ball to the WR. He slightly overthrew the ball it was on the verge of an interception. But, Aiyuk quickly capitalized on things, although he was a bit lucky.

Brock Purdy explained the stunning throw to Brandon Aiyuk

Addressing the press, Purdy said that he did not regret throwing the ball too deep. He had several opportunities to play it safe. Nonetheless, he did not opt for it. Instead, he preferred to take the calculated risk by throwing it to the wide receiver.

The quarterback said, addressing the media:

Yeah, that moment I was looking at like we need to play. Not gonna be stupid just throw the ball up but be one-on-one. I am gonna take that up. Especially in that kind of game, we need that kind of play. Yeah, people can say what they want, but I was giving my guy a shot, and it worked out.
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Brock Purdy holding the NFC championship trophy
Brock Purdy holding the NFC championship trophy (Via The Independent)

The 49ers will play the Kansas City Chiefs in the Super Bowl. Purdy, who did not have a very good performance in both postseason games, would like to improve his stats in the game against the Chiefs.

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