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Arriving into Santa Clara for Week 1’s Monday night clash both shorthanded and unsure of how their skill-position situation would unfold, the San Francisco 49ers found security through a timeless luxury: George Kittle’s sure-handed catching ability. With his offense settled into a groove with back-to-back scoring drives, Kittle helped position them for a third, locating uncovered space within the New York Jets’ zone defense for a 26-yard sideline reception. Chapter One of the 49ers’ Super Bowl return bid opened on a hot note during a 32-19 win on Sept. 9, 2024, with Kittle supporting the charge through a four-catch, 40-yard performance.