Colton McKivitz aims for legacy with 49ers as he seeks 10-year mark
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 2:30 PM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
Colton McKivitz, starting right tackle for the San Francisco 49ers, expressed his desire to achieve a place on the team's 10-year wall, which honors lasting contributions to the franchise. Once seen as a long shot, McKivitz's journey began with being waived in 2021 but later playing a key role in the 49ers' playoff appearance that season. His performance led to a contract extension through 2028, reflecting his growth and reliability. As he approaches the upcoming season, McKivitz will face challenging matchups, including two games against Myles Garrett.
- •McKivitz was a fifth-round pick in 2020.
- •He struggled at the start of his career but improved significantly by 2023.
- •McKivitz signed a contract extension with the 49ers through 2028.
- •He aims to join legends in franchise history on the 10-year wall.
- •The upcoming season features tough opponents, including Myles Garrett.
- 2:30 PMYahoo Sports — Colton McKivitz has sights set on a special place in 49er history
"Colton McKivitz looked unlikely to be a 49er for long in 2021, now he’s targeting the 10-year wall.
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