The former fifth-round draft pick had a breakout season in 2018, as the Niners’ second-year star broke the NFL single-season record for receiving yards by a tight end. But there’s more to appreciate about the University of Iowa product than just the records he breaks.
If you’re a Niners fan, you love Kittle because of his highlight-reel catch-and-runs, as well as his gritty blocking in the trenches. His status as the 49ers’ top offensive weapon, with over 1,300 receiving yards last season, also helps his cause:
If you’re an NFL fan, you love Kittle — at least when he’s not playing your favorite team — because he’s both a star player and an all-around good guy who never turns down a request for a picture or autograph:
If you were wise enough to draft Kittle in your fantasy football league last season, the 49ers’ tight end holds a special place in your heart.