San Francisco 49ers star tight end George Kittle has been making the most out of the NFL offseason. The Niners had a forgettable campaign, finishing with a 6-11 record and missing the playoffs for the first time in four years.

While it is easy to get swept in the 49ers' quarterback contract discussion, George Kittle's future might be a more pressing topic.

On Thursday, the Niners announced that Kittle has been named as one of the three finalists for the annual NFL Salute to Service Award. The six-time Pro Bowler will contend with Aaron Jones of the Minnesota Vikings and Morgan Fox of the Los Angeles Chargers for the honor of being named this year's winner.

The 2024 season could end with an individual honor for San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle. Kittle was named as one of three finalists for the 14th annual NFL Salute to Service award. Thirty-two nominees consisting of active and retired players,

The NFL and USAA, announced San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle, alongside Minnesota Vikings running back Aaron Jones and Los Angeles Chargers defensive end Morgan Fox, as finalists for the 14th annual Salute to Service Award.

NFL Communications provided the following information. The NFL and USAA, an official NFL Salute to Service partner, announced Minnesota Vikings running back Aaron Jones, San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle and Los Angeles Chargers defensive end Morgan Fox as finalists for the 14th annual Salute to Service Award presented by USAA.