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Sports · Football (NFL) · published 2026-08-27 · via Sports Illustrated

49ers Face Tight End Succession as Kittle Ages

George Kittle, now 33 and recovering from an Achilles injury, remains a key leader for San Francisco, but the team did not draft a tight end this year. With his career winding down, the 49ers need to develop a long-term replacement. The lack of depth at the position could become a problem if not addressed soon.

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This summary is AI-generated and original to Mobble; the linked article is the authoritative source. Original headline: “Why the 49ers Need to Think About Life Beyond TE George Kittle.” Browse more stories.