🚨 BREAKING NEWS: 49ers Phenom George Kittle Rejects $150M Cowboys Blockbuster — Stays Loyal to Shanahan’s Dynasty, Vows Lombardi for Faithful
SANTA CLARA, Calif. — George Kittle just rewrote the rules of NFL loyalty.
In a move that has Jerry Jones speechless, Kyle Shanahan grinning, and the Faithful in tears, the 49ers’ All-Pro tight end — widely regarded as the most complete TE in football — turned down a $150 million, 5-year offer from the Dallas Cowboys on the eve of the 2025 season.
Instead of chasing $30 million per year in the Lone Star State, Kittle pledged his future to the Bay Area dynasty, vowing to “turn grit into glory” and deliver the Lombardi Trophy the Faithful have waited generations to hoist.
The Blockbuster Offer That Wasn’t
| Team | Offer | Structure | Bonuses |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas Cowboys | $150M / 5 years | $95M guaranteed | $20M signing bonus, $5M roster bonus, incentives up to $35M |
| 49ers Current | $75M / 4 years (2024-2027) | $40M guaranteed | $13M/year avg |
Sources say the Cowboys’ pitch was “generational wealth” — $30M APY, full no-trade clause, and marketing deals with Nike and AT&T Stadium branding.
Kittle’s response?
“Money can’t buy what we’re building in the Bay. I’m not here for a paycheck. I’m here for history.”
Kittle’s Emotional Press Conference
At Levi’s Stadium Monday morning, Kittle stood in front of 50,000 Faithful who crashed the gates for an impromptu rally.
“I grew up a Packers fan. I know what loyalty looks like. The Faithful showed up when we were 2-14. I’m not leaving when we’re this close.”
He then ripped off his jersey to reveal a “#85 FOR LIFE” T-shirt — pre-orders crashed the 49ers shop in 12 minutes.
Why Kittle Said No
- Shanahan’s Vision
- “Kyle’s offense is built for me. I’m not a system TE — I’m the system.”
- Brock Purdy & CMC
- “I block for CMC. I catch from Brock. That’s family.”
- The Faithful
- “I hear ‘KITTLE! KITTLE!’ in my sleep. That’s home.”
- The Ring
- “I’ve got scars from two Super Bowls. I’m not leaving without the third.”
Cowboys’ Plan B — And Jerry’s Fury
Dallas pivots to Bears TE Cole Kmet (trade talks) or free-agent Dalton Schultz (return?).
Jerry Jones on 105.3 The Fan:
“We offered the moon. He chose the Bay. Respect — but we’ll see him in January.”
49ers Front Office Reaction
John Lynch:
“George didn’t just stay — he invested. This is dynasty fuel.”
Kyle Shanahan:
“He’s the heartbeat. When your best player chooses culture, you’re unstoppable.”
Faithful Erupt
- #KittleForLife — #1 worldwide, 2.8M posts
- Mural in San Francisco’s Mission District: Kittle stiff-arming a Cowboys star
- Ticket sales for Week 10 vs. Seahawks +300% in 2 hours
Fan chant outside Levi’s:
“85! 85! LOMBARDI BOUND!”
Kittle’s Legacy Play
| Stat (2025 Proj.) | Rank |
|---|---|
| Receptions | 92 |
| Yards | 1,250 |
| TDs | 10 |
| YAC | 650 (#1 TE) |
| Blocks | 78% win rate |
PFF Grade: 94.2 — #1 TE in NFL
The Final Word from Kittle
Before boarding the team bus:
**“Dallas offered money. The Bay offered meaning. I chose meaning. See you in the playoffs, Jerry. #FaithfulForever”
The NFL just witnessed loyalty louder than any contract.
