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Here’s what the 49ers starting lineup should look like on offense

By Akshaj Dwivedula

San Francisco 49ers WR Trent Taylor (Photo by Jason O. Watson/Getty Images)
San Francisco 49ers WR Trent Taylor (Photo by Jason O. Watson/Getty Images) /
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Tight End

Another short summary for me. I think if there is one 49ers draft pick which general manager John Lynch nailed, it would be George Kittle, without a doubt. I mean, just look at this:

Now, Kittle does have a little issue with drops, especially in crucial situations. But his talent and production is undeniable. He leads the 49ers in receptions and receiving yards, for crying out loud. He has shown great production and potential, all while dealing with the same quarterback situation as the wide receivers.

George Kittle 2018 Receiving Table
Game Rece Rece Rece Rece Rece Rece Rece Rece Rece
Year Age Tm Pos No. G Tgt Rec Yds Y/R TD Lng R/G Y/G Ctch% Fmb
2018 25 SFO TE 85 8 57 37 584 15.8 2 82 4.6 73.0 64.9% 0
Care Care 23 120 80 1099 13.7 4 82 3.5 47.8 0

Provided by Pro-Football-Reference.com: View Original Table
Generated 10/30/2018.

Kittle is a top-five TE in the league right now. To not start a player his age and his talent is just wrong.

Verdict: Keep Kittle as the starter.