George Kittle Agrees to Record $76.4 Million Extension with 49ers

San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle signed a four-year, $76.4 million contract extension, making him the highest-paid tight end in NFL history, with $40 million guaranteed. The deal keeps Kittle with the team through 2029, fulfilling his long-stated goal of spending his entire career in San Francisco. Kittle's wife, Claire, celebrated the milestone on social media, sharing heartfelt tributes and photos, while other NFL players' spouses, such as Anna Marie Kupp, also congratulated the couple. The extension follows a tense offseason contract negotiation but secures Kittle’s future with the only NFL team he’s ever played for. Kittle has been a standout since being drafted in the fifth round in 2017, amassing over 7,000 receiving yards and earning multiple Pro Bowl and All-Pro honors. The 49ers and fans alike see this extension as a key step in maintaining the team's competitive edge.