Sat Jul 12 21:50:00 UTC 2025: **Summary:**

San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle is participating in the American Century Championship celebrity golf tournament at Lake Tahoe. Despite being a long shot to win, Kittle is enjoying the experience and using it as a chance to relax before training camp. He’s aiming to beat Charles Barkley and hopes to prank The Miz. Kittle is optimistic about the 49ers’ upcoming season, praising the team’s health, new defensive line, and the return of Christian McCaffrey. He also expressed his admiration for quarterback Brock Purdy’s work ethic and success.

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**Kittle Tackles Tahoe Golf, Teases Swift Appearance, Talks 49ers Super Bowl Hopes**

STATELINE, Nev. — San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle is bringing his signature energy to the American Century Championship at Edgewood Resort in Lake Tahoe this week, admitting that he’s got nerves on the green.

“My anxiety is higher than ever,” Kittle joked on Thursday. The 15-handicap player loosened up by enjoying some cheers from fans and sinking a birdie putt. Despite being a 250-to-1 long shot to win the tournament, Kittle has set his sights on one goal: finishing ahead of basketball Hall of Famer Charles Barkley. He’s also hoping to playfully confront WWE star The Miz during the event.

And could Taylor Swift make an appearance? Kittle teased the possibility, with Travis Kelce also playing. “She probably wouldn’t be able to walk around,” due to the crowds, Kittle said. “She would probably be in a helicopter.”

Beyond the golf course, Kittle is focused on the upcoming 49ers season. He expressed excitement about the team’s health heading into training camp, which begins July 22, and praised the newly drafted defensive linemen. He also gave a shoutout to Christian McCaffrey, whose return to full health is a big boost to the offense.

“When you have, in my opinion, the best running back in the league, it makes your offense click a little bit better,” Kittle said. “I might be biased, though.”

Kittle lauded quarterback Brock Purdy’s impressive journey from the last pick in the draft to becoming one of the team’s highest-paid players.

“For a guy who was the last pick in the draft, to go from that to being one of the highest-paid players in the NFL, I am just so happy for him and proud of him,” Kittle said.

While Kittle enjoys his time on the golf course, which provides him with quality time with his father, he’s looking forward to reuniting with his teammates. The 49ers currently have 20-1 odds to win the Super Bowl, and Kittle is eager to see what the season holds.

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