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PFF Accolades Highlight 49ers’ Elite Core: Kittle Tops TE Grades, Williams No. 20 on Top-101

Kittle’s torn Achilles leaves his 2026 availability in question despite his public optimism about returning early.

Overview

  • George Kittle earned a 90.7 offensive grade from Pro Football Focus, the highest among tight ends in 2025, after posting 57 catches for 628 yards and seven touchdowns in 11 regular-season games.
  • Kittle tore his Achilles in the wild-card win over the Eagles and has suggested a possible Week 1 return despite earlier projections that targeted November.
  • Five 49ers made PFF’s Top 101 for 2025: Trent Williams (No. 20), George Kittle (27), Christian McCaffrey (54), Colton McKivitz (63) and Brock Purdy (81).
  • Trent Williams, 37, received a 91.1 overall PFF grade that ranked first among left tackles, reinforcing his continued impact at the position.
  • Tight end Jake Tonges posted a 77.9 offensive grade and ranked ninth at his position, totaling 40 receptions for 366 yards and five touchdowns as a capable fill-in.