The San Francisco 49ers offseason is heating up with quarterback Brock Purdy reporting for duty while star tight end George Kittle keeps the front office guessing.

Contract Negotiations Heat Up

In a classic Bay Area tech industry-style negotiation dance, Purdy arrived ready to work despite being on the cusp of a potential mega-contract. The young QB is looking at a potential payday that could easily eclipse $50 million annually, a number that would make even the most seasoned Silicon Valley venture capitalist raise an eyebrow.

Kittle’s Strategic Absence

Meanwhile, Kittle is playing a different game. With the tight end market recently reset by Arizona’s Trey McBride’s $76 million extension, Kittle seems poised to leverage his impressive five-time All-Pro status into a lucrative new deal. His absence speaks volumes - this isn’t just about showing up, it’s about getting paid what he believes he’s worth.

The 49ers’ Ongoing Contract Saga

This isn’t new territory for the 49ers. They’ve become somewhat notorious for elevating contract negotiations to an art form, with recent stars like Deebo Samuel and Nick Bosa going through similar high-stakes contract dances. General Manager John Lynch remains optimistic, but in the cutthroat world of NFL contracts, optimism only gets you so far.