George Kittle has been a longtime fixture in the San Francisco 49ers offense, entering his ninth season with the team, Kittle has played in 113 games, starting 105 of them. Kittle has been named to six Pro Bowls and is a two-time First-Team All Pro selection. With the release of Kyle Juszcyk this offseason, Kittle is the sole longest-tenured 49er.

Kittle has been among the top tight ends in the NFL throughout the course of his career, with a reputation for being a premier pass catcher and blocker, and his signature physical style of play, laying crushing hits when not in possession of the football.

Kittle’s signature look features his beard and long locs, but he’s had a bit of a change in appearance this offseason – sporting some new tattoos. Kittle’s tattoo artist, Kodi Ellis, who is based out of Indianapolis, spent some time with Kittle in Kittle’s home, inking him with a Lord of the Rings sleeve on Kittle’s left arm. 49ers George Kittle’s finished Sauron tattoo for all you nerds Via kodiellistattoos | IG (Source: https://t.co/rjhlBwPqCf) pic.twitter.com/FjGJ1QUwrd — Alex Tran (@nineralex) April 15, 2025 ” Sauron (LOTR) for my boy @gkittle 2 days back to back to absolutely destroy this legends entire upper arm. Had an absolute blast rocking this all weekend watching the Masters and watching George GRIND the Pokémon IronMon challenge for like 10 hours straight lmfao. If you guys ain’t heard of it look it up cus it was straight crazy lol.

I have also officially threw AND caught a touchdown pass to one of the best Tight Ends in NFL history As always, thanks to @gkittle and @clairekittle for having us out and being such awesome people. I couldn’t ask for more accommodating and wonderful hosts to keep me so comfortable outside of my studio.” Posted Ellis on Instagram.

“That’s such a cool design and so very clean.” Commented one user. “I’m a LOTR stan, but I still think this is one of my favorite tattoos I’ve ever seen from you ” Added another. “Love the tat and also love George, did not expect this lol” Shared a third. “Yeah buddy. Solid work @kodiellistattoos Keep those sleeves roll up so we can see it @gkittle rooting for you out here in Missouri brother. KC country but bleed red and gold bang bang” Shared a Kansas City Chiefs local.