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George Kittle makes interesting comparison in assessment of 49ers’ 2025 draft class TigerSport: Real-time live score, sport predictions, fixtures and odds.TigerSport: Real-time live score, sport predictions, fixtures and odds.TigerSport: Real-time live score, sport predictions, fixtures and odds.

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George Kittle sees parallels between the San Francisco 49ers' current rookie class and his own 2017 draft class, expecting the new players to contribute significantly right away, similar to how his class was relied upon early. He expressed this during the '49ers Talk' podcast, stating the coaching staff expects the whole draft class to play and perform at a high level in their rookie year.

Kittle's selection in the fifth round of the 2017 draft was pivotal for the Shanahan-Lynch regime, transforming what might otherwise be viewed as a failed class into a crucial one due to his sustained success as a franchise cornerstone. The 49ers now hope their 2025 draft class will be similarly transformational following encouraging signs from their 2024 picks.

Rookies Mykel Williams, Alfred Collins, and CJ West are anticipated to have substantial roles on the defensive line, while third-round selections Nick Martin and Upton Stout could potentially start at WILL linebacker and nickel cornerback, respectively, indicating they will likely see significant playing time immediately.

However, the 49ers hope the parallels end there, needing the 2025 class to achieve greater collective success than the 2017 group. Beyond Kittle and sixth-round defensive tackle D.J. Jones (who excelled before leaving in 2021), the 2017 draft was marred by busts like first-rounders Solomon Thomas and Reuben Foster, a reach in third-round quarterback C.J. Beathard, and limited long-term contribution from fifth-round receiver Trent Taylor.

For the 2025 draft to set the team up for sustained contention, the 49ers require several members of the class to thrive, not just one standout like Kittle. They specifically need at least one of Alfred Collins or CJ West to excel as a defensive tackle, similar to D.J. Jones.

Kittle emphasized the role of the veteran foundation (spanning D-line, linebackers, tight ends, running back, quarterbacks, and offensive line) in upholding standards and rapidly preparing the rookies. He praised coach Kyle Shanahan's methods, like move-the-ball periods, for creating game-like practice situations to accelerate the rookies' acclimation, hoping the pressure to adapt quickly will produce valuable players ("gems") from this class.

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