George Kittle, star tight end for the San Francisco 49ers, signed a four-year contract extension worth $76.4 million on Tuesday, making the 31-year-old the highest-paid tight end in the NFL. The deal surpasses the $76 million contract of the Arizona Cardinals’ Trey McBride.
Kittle’s wife, Claire, expressed her excitement on Instagram with a heartfelt message and a photo of the couple.
“Beyond proud of you @gkittle you’ve manifested this ❤️ The Peoples TE is back again!” she wrote in the caption.

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One of the reactions came from Kayla Nicole, Travis Kelce's ex-girlfriend. She responded to Claire’s post with a five-word comment:
“HELL YEAAAAAA! Bang bang baby.”
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The 49ers selected Kittle with the 146th pick in the fifth round of the 2017 NFL draft. He has spent his entire career with the team.
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Although Kittle was going into the last year of his contract, the 49ers decided to keep their top tight end longer. The new deal will keep him in San Francisco through the 2029 season. In a statement, 49ers general manager John Lynch said:
"George's leadership, enthusiasm for the game, for his teammates, and the Faithful are truly unique and special.
"He is an outstanding representation for the 49ers on the field and is an outstanding representative for the organization off the field with his investment in the local and military communities."
Kittle has been one of the best tight ends in the NFL. He’s a six-time Pro Bowler and two-time First Team All-Pro.
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