The San Francisco 49ers locked in one of their most iconic players for the long haul — and his biggest supporter made sure the moment was unforgettable. Tight end George Kittle agreed to a massive extension to remain with the team through 2029,

Avoiding a protracted holdout with tight end George Kittle assures a young 49ers roster won’t be deprived of his example.

The $19.1 million average annual value tops the previous record for a tight end of $19 million set earlier this offseason when Trey McBride resigned with Arizona.