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49ers Re-Sign TE Jake Tonges on Two-Year, $8 Million Deal Ahead of RFA Deadline

The move secures tight end depth during George Kittle’s Achilles rehab.

Overview

  • Jake Tonges agreed to a two-year contract worth $8 million with $5.5 million guaranteed, according to his agent Steve Caric and multiple reports.
  • Tonges broke out in 2025 with 34 receptions for 293 yards and five touchdowns after stepping in when Kittle was sidelined.
  • San Francisco placed a one-year, $3.546 million restricted free agent tender on defensive end Sam Okuayinonu, retaining right of first refusal.
  • The 49ers did not tender defensive tackle Kalia Davis, edge rushers Robert Beal Jr. and Tarron Jackson, or defensive back Chase Lucas, making them unrestricted free agents.
  • Running back Patrick Taylor re-signed per his agency, and the team also reached one-year agreements with linebacker Garret Wallow and offensive lineman Brett Toth, according to the Associated Press.