George Kittle: 49ers Star Tight End Poised for Historic 2025 Season After Remarkable Year

Elite Performance Continues

George Kittle remains a centerpiece of San Francisco’s offense heading into his ninth NFL season, coming off an impressive 2024 campaign where he recorded 78 receptions for 1,106 yards and eight touchdowns, earning his sixth Pro Bowl nod and a second-team AP All-Pro selection.

Contract Extension and Recognition

Demonstrating his commitment to the 49ers, Kittle secured his future in the Bay Area when the front office signed him to a four-year contract extension through 2029 in April. The veteran tight end’s recent success, marked by back-to-back 1,000-yard campaigns, led to a significant four-year, $76.4 million extension with the 49ers this offseason. At 31 years old, Kittle continues to perform at an elite level.

Approaching NFL History

Kittle is on the verge of making NFL history in 2025, as he needs just 620 receiving yards to join Kansas City Chiefs’ Travis Kelce as the only tight ends in NFL history to reach 8,000 yards in their first nine seasons. This milestone appears well within reach, given his consistent performance. Additionally, if Kittle can achieve another 1,000-yard season, he would become just the second tight end in league history with five seasons reaching that milestone.

Leadership and Impact

Known for more than just his statistics, Kittle brings energy, persistence, and spirit to every snap, whether he’s making blocks in the run game or motivating teammates on the sidelines. His excellence is reflected in his position-leading statistics, including yards per reception, yards per target, and yards per route run over the past two seasons. In 2024, he demonstrated remarkable consistency, finishing in the top 12 among tight ends in 13 out of 14 full games.