San Francisco 49ers: Ranking 5 most important offensive players in 2020
By Peter Panacy
No. 1: 49ers Tight End George Kittle
All-Pro tight end George Kittle is San Francisco’s best player. There’s little questioning that.
He’s also the most important.
More from SF 49ers News
- DraftKings NFL Draft Promo – Win $150 Guaranteed on Any $5 Bet
- Updated 49ers salary cap space ahead of 2023 NFL Draft
- Deebo Samuel fully admits his hatred of LA Rams
- Brock Purdy jokingly says he’s learning to throw left-handed
- 49ers news: Trey Lance is in the dark regarding trade talk
Kittle’s record-setting ways need little introduction, and he’ll remain Jimmy Garoppolo’s top receiving target entering 2020 and will serve as a decoy for plays heading in other directions. As far as star power on the Niners roster, few come anywhere close to what Kittle currently has.
But just like Kyle Juszczyk, Kittle’s prowess on the field extends into the blocking game as well.
The 49ers were without Kittle for two regular-season games last season, as he was dealing with both ribs and ankle injuries. During that span, the rushing attack suffered to the point of 121 yards on 46 attempts and an average of 2.6 yards per carry.
With Kittle in the lineup, San Francisco averaged 4.8 yards per attempt.
Needless to say, Kittle does so much more for the 49ers offense, it’s hard to quantify everything in one place. It’s also why the Niners have to do whatever they can to keep him on the field as long as they can.
dark. Next. 3 surprise starters for 49ers offense in 2020
This season and beyond.