49ers TE George Kittle delivers high praise for Trey Lance

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Trey Lance (5) warms up during Organized Team Activities at San Francisco 49ers Training Facility. Stan Szeto-USA TODAY Sports

49ers TE George Kittle: Trey Lance 'looks a little bit better than a rookie quarterback'

By Erin Walsh | Last updated 5/26/21

Jimmy Garoppolo and rookie quarterback Trey Lance took the field Tuesday for the San Francisco 49ers' OTAs.

According to Eric Branch of the San Francisco Chronicle, both quarterbacks received reps in 11-on-11 drills and while Garoppolo looked recovered from last season's ankle injury, Lance also impressed.

Niners star tight end George Kittle lauded the North Dakota State product, saying, "He looks a little bit better than a rookie quarterback."

George Kittle on Trey Lance: "He looks a little bit better than a rookie quarterback." #49ers
— Eric Branch (@Eric_Branch) May 25, 2021

Head coach Kyle Shanahan was also impressed with Lance, saying, "He's been everything we've hoped for and more," according to Chris Biderman of the Sacramento Bee.

“He’s been everything we’ve hoped for and more,” Kyle Shanahan says about Trey Lance. Says Lance has been impressive with the way he’s handled himself so far. #49ers
— Chris Biderman (@ChrisBiderman) May 25, 2021

The 49ers moved up in the draft to select Lance third overall. However, the franchise has reiterated time and time again that Garoppolo will remain the starting quarterback.

If the oft-injured veteran suffers another casualty next season, then Lance will get the opportunity to take over sooner rather than later. For now, he'll likely just have to wait for his opportunity to shine.

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