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On YouTubeSan Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / January 26
NFL Expert Reveals a Surprising Stat About 49ers TE Jake Tonges
The San Francisco 49ers are incredibly fortunate to have discovered a true gem in tight end Jake Tonges. But it’s also a strong testament to the organization for developing an undrafted player from the practice squad into one of the most efficient tight ends in the league.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / January 26
NFL.com names 49ers tight end a 'no-brainer' offseason re-signing
The San Francisco 49ers are scheduled to have 28 players hit free agency this offseason, but NFL Media contributor Kevin Patra believes one offensive playmaker stands out as a clear priority to retain given the current circumstances.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / January 23
4 easy free agent decisions for San Francisco 49ers in 2026
The San Francisco 49ers are going to have tough decisions to make when it comes to their long list of free agents. However, a few players on their roster are not quite unrestricted free agents, and it should make their returns automatic.
The 'Most TD in first two NFL seasons' quiz
How many of the quarterbacks in NFL history with at least 40 touchdown passes combined in their first two seasons can you name in five minutes?
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / January 8
Why the 49ers Won't Play George Kittle and Jake Tonges Together
The 49ers just might have the best tight-end duo in the NFL if they ever got to play together. George Kittle is a future Hall of Famer who's still the best tight end in the league when healthy.
The best one-and-done playoff teams in NFL history
The best teams do not always win the Super Bowl. Sometimes, great NFL squads have failed to win a playoff game. Here are the best ones since the AFL-NFL merger to fall short of advancing in a postseason bracket.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / December 29
The 49ers need to use this player more on offense
When George Kittle has missed games in the past, it has been devastating. It is hard to make up for his production as a blocker and in the passing game.
San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 29
The 49ers’ ex-Bear who got his sweet revenge on Sunday Night Football
The San Francisco 49ers came into their game against the Chicago Bears without one of their key players. Tight end George Kittle missed the game due to an ankle injury.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / December 29
49ers Notebook: Inside the frantic final play against the Bears; Former Bear Jake Tonges has a night to remember; What makes Kyle Shanahan a great playcaller?
Sunday night's 42-38 win over the Chicago Bears was one to remember for the San Francisco 49ers, who now stand at 12-4 with one more win needed to secure home field advantage throughout the playoffs.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / December 22
Why this 49ers' place on the depth chart may not reflect his value
The San Francisco 49ers have finally clarified their stance on Jake Tonges, listing him as the third-string tight end on the depth chart. Tonges became a key contributor in the first half of the season, largely due to George Kittle’s hamstring injury suffered in Week 1.
NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 30
49ers vs. Giants bold predictions for NFL Week 9 clash
The San Francisco 49ers are coming east in Week 9 to face the New York Giants at MetLife Stadium. Both teams lost their Week 8 matchups and are dealing with injuries to key players.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 15
Jake Tonges Has Earned His Place With 49ers
Jake Tonges is not a household name—outside of Bay Area sports fans, few have heard of him. The California Golden Bears alum went undrafted in 2022 and signed with the Chicago Bears.
Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game
For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 11
How the 49ers will use Jake Tonges when George Kittle returns
George Kittle is one of the San Francisco 49ers' most indispensable players. He's also likely to retire as a lifelong member of the organization. Except for the 2020 season, Kittle has maintained an impressive level of consistency that reflects his importance to the team.
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 8
Fantasy football Week 6: Matthew Stafford among five players who could smash projections
Looking ahead to the NFL Week 6 slate, here are five players who need to be in your fantasy football starting lineups.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 5
This 49ers Player Is Going Under the Radar Week After Week
The San Francisco 49ers have a 4-1 record after defeating the Los Angeles Rams on the road. They were heavily overlooked heading into the game against the Rams, but delivered an impressive 26-23 overtime victory that rightly earned widespread praise.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 5
The 49ers secret weapon that no one saw coming
The San Francisco 49ers' season appeared to be on the brink when the team lost George Kittle in Week 1. It was yet another devastating injury, but the team uses Kittle in such a unique way that his particular injury was going to be very hard to replace.
San Francisco 49ers News / Sporting News / October 2
Meet Jake Tonges, 49ers' TE replacement for George Kittle injury who grew up an hour from San Francisco 
The kid from Los Gatos is in the NFL.
San Francisco 49ers News / Sporting News / September 10
Who is Jake Tonges? Meet 49ers' George Kittle tight end replacement who grew up an hour from San Francisco
The local kid is making it happen.
San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 8
49ers’ Week 1 hero makes NFL history with game-winning TD catch
Sometimes, it’s the unlikeliest people who end up being the heroes. The San Francisco 49ers came into Week 1 of the NFL season already short-handed in the pass-catching department.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / September 7
Unlikely hero Jake Tonges uses his first NFL catches to push 49ers to win over Seahawks
It took over three NFL seasons for San Francisco 49ers tight end Jake Tonges to get a chance to make a catch in a regular season game, but when that opportunity came, he made it into a moment he'll never forget.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 8
NFL Week 1 winners, losers: Big QB debuts; Mike McDaniel's hot seat
With most of the NFL Week 1 schedule in the books it is time to take a look at some of the biggest winners and losers from around the league.
San Francisco 49ers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 17
49ers Officially Re-Sign Two ERFAs
The San Francisco 49ers announced OL Austen Pleasants and TE Jake Tonges have signed their one-year exclusive-rights free agent tenders. Pleasants, 27, wound up going undrafted out of Ohio back in 2020.
NFL News / Cal Bears on SI / August 27, 2024
Patrick McMorris, Jake Tonges Make 53-Man NFL Rosters
It was a satisfying day for two former Cal players – Dolphins safety Patrick McMorris and 49ers tight end Jake Tonges – as they survived Tuesday’s final cutdown day and are on their team's 53-man rosters.
NFL News / Yardbarker / August 26, 2024
16 NFC players who surprisingly may make their team's roster
Here are NFC players whom Yardbarker NFL writers expect to survive Tuesday's cutdown date.
San Francisco 49ers News / Cal Bears on SI / August 24, 2024
Ex-Cal TE Jake Tonges Makes Strong Bid to Make 49ers' Roster
The San Francisco 49ers took a serious look at former Cal tight end Jake Tonges in Friday’s preseason game, and he did everything he could to make the regular-season roster.
San Francisco 49ers News / Cal Bears on SI / August 18, 2024
Ex-Cal TE Jake Tonges Makes an Impression with 49ers
The San Francisco 49ers have directed six passes in Jake Tonges’ direction in their first two preseason games, and Tonges made receptions on all six. Tonges,
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