George Kittle puts up huge Pro Football Focus numbers in 49ers' win

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Nothing can stop 49ers tight end George Kittle right now -- not even a knee injury. That was clear in San Francisco's 28-25 win Thursday over the Cardinals, as Kittle continued his impressive season. 

Kittle finished the night with six receptions for 79 yards and an imposing 30-yard touchdown. His performance was yet another near-perfect grade from Pro Football Focus, too. 

The 26-year-old's 93.7 overall grade for the season leads all players in the NFL, regardless of position. 

Kittle is about as sure-handed as they come. The third-year pro's 80.7 percent catch rate is up 16 percent from last season, when he broke the single-season record for receiving yards by a tight end with 1,377.

While Kittle is averaging nearly 20 fewer receiving yards per game than 2018, his 5.8 receptions per game are up from 5.5.  

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Kittle had an MRI on his knee on Friday and the 49ers received positive news. He has a minor ailment, and it's clear how crucial his play is for the 49ers to remain unbeaten. 

After playing on a short week in Arizona, the 49ers have plenty of time to rest and relax before facing the Seahawks on Monday, Nov. 11, at Levi's Stadium.

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