George Kittle highlights emerging tight ends for upcoming NFL season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 2:55 PM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle named several emerging tight ends during his appearance on ESPN's Pat McAfee show. Kittle pointed out Tucker Kraft of the Green Bay Packers, Trey McBride of the Arizona Cardinals, Colston Loveland of the Chicago Bears, Tyler Warren of the Indianapolis Colts, and highlighted Harold Fannin Jr. of the Cleveland Browns. Kittle praised Fannin's impressive rookie season, which included 72 receptions for 731 yards and six touchdowns. Kittle expressed optimism for the future of the tight end position, stating it is 'in good hands.'
- •Kittle names emerging tight ends on Pat McAfee's show.
- •Fannin Jr. ranked high in rookie tight end stats for 2025.
- •Kittle expresses confidence in the future of tight ends.
- 2:55 PMYahoo Sports — George Kittle names his favorite emerging tight ends for 2026 season
"The 49ers star tight end likes what he's seen for the future of the position.
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