US Edition49ers rejected trade offer for George Kittle before star tight end agreed to massive extension, per report
- Just before finalizing a new contract worth $76.4 million over four seasons in late April 2025, the San Francisco 49ers turned down a trade proposal for George Kittle.
- The team considered trading Kittle for a second-round draft pick after a conversation with an interested club occurred the night before the 2025 NFL Draft.
- At 31 years old, Kittle, a six-time Pro Bowler and multi-time All-Pro tight end, recorded over 1,100 receiving yards and eight touchdowns on 78 catches during the 2024 season, marking his second year in a row surpassing the 1,000-yard mark.
- The extension secures Kittle as the top-earning tight end in NFL history on an average annual basis, featuring two years of full guarantees, performance-based incentives, and a heavily backloaded contract that includes a $22.4 million salary scheduled for 2029.
- By securing Kittle's future, the 49ers can focus on locking down quarterback Brock Purdy with a similar contract structure as negotiations continue amid offensive transitions.
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