A video of San Francisco 49ers wide-receiver Brandon Aiyuk test-driving a Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing went viral after he was seen speeding past Levi’s Stadium on Dec. 20.
The clip was posted to Aiyuk’s YouTube channel on that date.
The footage shows him driving past the 49ers’ home field with the speedometer climbing to 104.
The video quickly spread on social media, drawing attention to his high speed.
In the video, Aiyuk is seen test-driving a high-performance Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing.
The car’s exterior is visible as he passes Levi’s Stadium.
The clip captures the moment the speedometer rises to 104.
Most viewers interpreted the 104 reading as miles per hour.
Some viewers suggested it might be kilometers per hour.
If the reading is in kilometers, it would equal about 64 miles per hour.
The posted speed limit on Tasman Drive is 40 miles per hour.
Both interpretations of the speedometer indicate the driver was exceeding the limit.
The speed was considered excessive by viewers.
After the video circulated, Aiyuk posted an apology on his YouTube community page.
He acknowledged the mistake and expressed regret.
The apology was posted shortly after the video went viral.
The Santa Clara Police Department confirmed it was aware of the video.
A spokesperson told TMZ on Monday that the video is being reviewed.
No official statements have come from the 49ers organization or the NFL.
The spokesperson said, “At this point, the video is being reviewed, and further details can be provided when available,”.
This statement was made to TMZ.
The police are continuing to assess the footage.
The incident was discussed on the 49ers Talk radio show.
Co-hosts Jennifer Lee Chan and Matt Maiocco analyzed the situation.
They speculated on the possible outcomes for Aiyuk.
The article was written by Taylor Wirth.
It was published by NBC Universal, Inc. on Dec. 24, 2025.
The piece was updated two hours after its initial release.
Key Takeaways:
- Brandon Aiyuk’s test-drive video shows him speeding past Levi’s Stadium.
- The speedometer reading of 104 sparked debate over miles per hour versus kilometers per hour.
- The Santa Clara Police Department is reviewing the video; no official statements from the 49ers or NFL yet.
The incident highlights the scrutiny athletes face when off-field activities go public.
As the police review continues, fans and commentators await any official response.
The situation remains under observation by both the police and the media.
