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49ers by the numbers: Figuring out season’s highs and lows

SANTA CLARA — In the spirit of an Advent calendar, here are the numbers to watch counting down to the 49ers’ season finale Sunday against the host Los Angeles Rams:

1,228: George Kittle‘s receiving yards, the 49ers’ most since Terrell Owens‘ 1,300-yard output in 2002 and a record for franchise tight ends.

1,327: NFL record for tight end receiving yards, set by New England’s Rob Gronkowski in 2011 and also threatened this year by Kansas City’s Travis Kelce (1,274).

SANTA CLARA, CA – DECEMBER 23: George Kittle #85 of the San Francisco 49ers reacts after a first down against the Chicago Bears during their NFL game at Levi’s Stadium on December 23, 2018 in Santa Clara, California.