Following a disappointing season for the San Francisco 49ers, tight end George Kittle had nothing but encouraging words for the team’s young quarterback Brock Purdy, per David Lombardi on X. “George Kittle: ‘I think Brock took a huge step forward as a leader this year.

The San Francisco 49ers entered their Week 18 finale on the road against the Arizona Cardinals with several starters ruled out. Quarterback Brock Purdy, receiver Deebo Samuel and cornerback Deommodore Lenoir were all ruled out with injuries.

While it is easy to get swept in the 49ers' quarterback contract discussion, George Kittle's future might be a more pressing topic.