George Kittle praises Mike Evans after 49ers' close win over Seahawks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 12, 2026, 5:31 AM
Last updated Oct 12, 2026
George Kittle expressed his admiration for Mike Evans after the San Francisco 49ers edged the Seattle Seahawks, 32-29, at Lumen Field on October 8. Evans contributed significantly to the win, catching seven passes for 113 yards and one touchdown. His performance, particularly during the final drives, helped set up the game-winning field goal by Eddy Pineiro. Kittle, who recorded five receptions for 24 yards, highlighted Evans' skills on social media. The 49ers improved to 5-0, matching their start from 2023 when they reached the Super Bowl.
- •49ers defeat Seahawks, 32-29, on October 8.
- •Mike Evans totaled seven receptions for 113 yards and one touchdown.
- •George Kittle praised Evans on social media after the game.
- •49ers improved to 5-0, second such start in four years.
- •Eddy Pineiro kicked the game-winning field goal.
- 5:31 AMYahoo Sports — George Kittle’s Mike Evans admiration spills onto social media with 6-word post
"George Kittle should work in a donut shop. Because he sure knows how to glaze. Mike Evans helped the San Francisco 49ers survive the Seattle Seahawks , 32-29, at Lumen Field on Sunday and remain unbeaten in five games. He was on point in their final drives, repeatedly connecting with Brock Purdy to move the ball, leading to the game-winning 43-yard […] The post George Kittle’s Mike Evans admiration spills onto social media with 6-word post appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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