San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle signed a four-year contract extension worth up to $76.4 million to become the highest-paid player at the position.

The 49ers and George Kittle put an end to a week of simmering contract drama and inked a record-breaking four-year extension.

George Kittle, the most prolific tight end in 49ers’ history, has secured a four-year extension ahead of his ninth season.