US EditionGeorge Kittle’s All-Around Excellence Earns Him the Honor of Top Tight End in AP Rankings
UNITED STATES, JUL 16 – Kittle earned top tight end honors for 2025 by excelling as both receiver and blocker, leading all tight ends with 1,106 yards and eight touchdowns last season, AP panel said.
- The Associated Press recognized George Kittle as the league's best tight end after voting conducted by a group of eight of their pro football writers.
- The voting reflected the players' perceived standing as the 2025 season approached, with Kittle earning five of the eight first-place votes to secure the top spot.
- Kittle, playing for the San Francisco 49ers, had a productive season with 78 catches, 1,106 yards, and eight touchdowns despite an injury-riddled offense.
- In contrast, Mark Andrews of the Baltimore Ravens endured injuries in 2023, finishing last season with 55 catches, 673 yards, and a league-leading 11 touchdown receptions but missed significant time.
- Kittle’s recognition suggests his continued status as one of the most efficient and reliable tight ends, balancing receiving productivity with strong blocking contributions.
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Independent EspañolPerhaps no position requires a wider range of skills to succeed in the NFL than the Tight Ends, who should stand out as receivers in the middle of the field, as well as be a key player in plays...
George Kittle’s all-around excellence earns him the honor of top tight end in AP rankings
George Kittle’s ability to do it all for the San Francisco 49ers as one of the most efficient receivers and top blockers helped him score the honor of being voted the top tight end in the league by The Associated Press.
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49ers star George Kittle named NFL’s top tight end
By JOSH DUBOW Perhaps no position requires a wider range of skills to succeed in the NFL than tight ends, who are asked to thrive as receivers in the middle of the field as well as being key parts to the run and pass games with their blocking. While many teams divide those roles among multiple players, George Kittle’s ability to do it all for the San Francisco 49ers as one of the most efficient receivers and top blockers helped him score the hon…
George Kittle's all-around excellence earns him the honor of top tight end in AP rankings
Perhaps no position requires a wider range of skills to succeed in the NFL than tight ends, who are asked to thrive as receivers in the middle of the field as well as being key parts to the run and pass games with their blocking. While many teams divide those roles among multiple players, George Kittle’s ability to do it all for the San Francisco 49ers as one of the most efficient receivers and top blockers helped him score the honor of being vo…
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