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49ers star George Kittle reveals main frustration ahead of 2025 NFL season

Veteran tight end George Kittle made a significant revelation as his San Francisco 49ers prepare for the upcoming NFL season.

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June 01, 2025 10:03AM EDT

**© Ethan Miller/Getty Images**Tight end George Kittle #85 of the San Francisco 49ers smiles before a preseason game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium on August 13, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Raiders defeated the 49ers 34-7.

George Kittle entered the NFL in 2017 after being selected by the San Francisco 49ers in the fifth round with the 146th overall pick. After several years in the league, he’s earned the status of one of the most experienced players on the roster — and recently made a strong statement regarding the new faces arriving from college football.

One of the most talented tight ends in the league understands that at this stage of his career, it’s crucial for younger players to lean on the veterans. Whether it’s for personal advice or insights related to the game itself, having experienced voices in the locker room can make a real difference.

Despite that, the former Iowa Hawkeyes standout admitted he was surprised by the attitude of some of his new teammates regarding the situation — noting that, in some ways, they seem intimidated by his presence on the roster.

“For some reason, rookies are intimidated to ask me questions sometimes, and I feel like I’m a pretty approachable person so that’s disappointing. But you know, some guys will ask me questions. I had a rookie today ask me what was the heaviest I’ve ever been, and I was like, ‘that’s an interesting thing to ask me, but sure,’” he said.

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New faces on the 49ers

With the main goal of returning to the league’s top tier, the 49ers made smart use of their picks in the latest draft to build strong support around Brock Purdy and company. Here’s a look at the new faces in the Bay Area:

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The first games for San Francisco

If Kyle Shanahan’s team hopes to once again become a true Super Bowl contender, they’ll need to navigate these first five matchups successfully — and from there, look to keep their winning momentum alive.

@ Seattle Seahawks, September 7th
@ New Orleans Saints, September 14th
vs Arizona Cardinals, September 21st
vs Jacksonville Jaguars, September 28th
@ Los Angeles Rams, October 2nd

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Matías Persuh

Matias Persuh is a sports journalist and writer who began his career after graduating with a bachelor's degree in Sports Journalism in 2008. Over the years, he has covered numerous events, including local soccer games, and has conducted interviews with players and coaches. In addition to his writing, Matias has contributed as a columnist on various radio shows. Joining Bolavip US in July 2024 marked a significant step forward in his career, allowing him to continue developing his skills and delivering resonant news and reports to the audience.

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