What do George Kittle and Seattle Seahawks linebacker Bobby Wagner have in common?
Well for starters, they’re both beasts, and they each were graded the highest on Pro Football Focus at their positions. In 2019, 49ers tight end Kittle graded 94.4 with Wagner’s 92.2 grade as the best at linebacker across the last three seasons.
Is that good? Yeah, it’s good -- just ask them.
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During a recent workout, Kittle did the typical Kittle things and showed just how in shape he was. Wagner simply commented “Beast.”
The way Kittle moves, you could see why he's about to be the highest-paid tight end ... ever. But Kittle respects Wagner enough and his abilities to know he wants to avoid him at all costs.
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You would too.
Wagner has shown his raw, athletic abilities and smarts to create this ridiculous specimen. That’s why he’s earned six Pro Bowl and five All-Pro selections across his eight-year career.
The 49ers and Seahawks have a huge rivalry so no matter what, it gets heated. But will Kittle be able to stay six feet away from Wagner? Perhaps.
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Kittle is one of many wanting a season. A season that has been questioned by players with the league’s lack of regard toward health and safety protocols in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic.
Kittle and Richard Sherman were very vocal on social media about how they’re ready to get things going, but not without their safety in mind.