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George Kittle figures to receive a lucrative contract extension from the San Francisco 49ers, but the All-Pro tight end and his agent don't appear to be in a rush to get a deal done.
Per The Athletic's Matt Barrows, Jack Bechta, Kittle's agent, said he is prepared to be "very patient" getting a new contract for the 26-year-old.
"He's the poster child of culture for that team, of the type of player they want on that team," Bechta said.
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