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George Kittle set a reporter straight on Wednesday in response to a report that he says contained false information.<\/p>\n

The Athletic\u2019s Dianna Russini published a lengthy column on Wednesday containing information about multiple topics, including Kittle. In a section about the San Francisco 49ers, Russini said that the Niners were working on a contract extension for quarterback Brock Purdy. She also reported that Kittle was not in attendance for the start of the Niners\u2019 offseason team activities (OTAs). Russini said Kittle\u2019s absence was due to a contract dispute.<\/p>\n

Kittle saw the report and resonded via X.<\/p>\n

\"George
Oct 8, 2023; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle (85) looks on before the game against the Dallas Cowboys at Levi\u2019s Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-USA TODAY Sports<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

\u201cYour source is incorrect,\u201d Kittle wrote succintly.<\/p>\n

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Your source is incorrect<\/p>\n

\u2014 George Kittle (@gkittle46) April 23, 2025<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

At minimum, Kittle seems to be saying that his absence was not related to his contract. Russini further reported in her article that Kittle wants to become the highest-paid tight end in the NFL. Currently, Trey McBride holds that distinction after signing a 4-year, $76 million extension with the Cardinals earlier this month.<\/p>\n

Kittle, 31, has played for the Niners since they drafted him in the 5th round in 2017. He has made four straight Pro Bowls and six overall. Kittle had 78 catches for 1,106 yards and 8 touchdowns last season. By comparison, McBride had 111 catches for 1,146 yards and 2 touchdowns last season.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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