Avoiding a protracted holdout with tight end George Kittle assures a young 49ers roster won’t be deprived of his example.

The 49ers and George Kittle put an end to a week of simmering contract drama and inked a record-breaking four-year extension.

George Kittle, who played at Norman High School, agreed to a four-year contract extension with the San Francisco 49ers that will make him the highest-paid tight end in NFL history.

Despite some minor pushback, the 49ers did get one glowing review from NBC analyst and former quarterback Chris Simms.

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