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Jake Tonges Rising as Kittle’s Backup | San Francisco 49ers News
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When George Kittle went down with a hamstring injury last year, the 49ers didn’t panic—they turned to Jake Tonges, who stepped up with 34 catches, 290 yards, and 5 touchdowns. So impressive, they signed him to a two-year, $8M deal. Now, with Kittle sidelined again by an Achilles tear and aging, Tonges is poised to take center stage. He’s the only player who can reliably fill Kittle’s role, giving the 49ers flexibility in their offense and a potential long-term heir to the tight end throne. If Kittle misses time or defenses key in on him, Tonges could explode—possibly having his best season yet.
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