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49ers Sign George Kittle: NFL's Highest-Paid Tight End

4/29/2025

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The San Francisco 49ers have made a bold move, locking in tight end George Kittle with a stunning four-year, $76.4 million contract extension, making him the highest-paid tight end in NFL history. With $40 million guaranteed, the 31-year-old star, who racked up 1,106 receiving yards and eight touchdowns last season, dreams of retiring as a 49er, solidifying his legacy through 2029.

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The San Francisco 49ers have made a bold move, locking in tight end George Kittle with a stunning four-year, $76.4 million contract extension, making him the highest-paid tight end in NFL history. With $40 million guaranteed, the 31-year-old star, who racked up 1,106 receiving yards and eight touchdowns last season, dreams of retiring as a 49er, solidifying his legacy through 2029.