George Kittle joins elite 49ers company on National Tight Ends Day NBC Bay Area [Video]

SANTA CLARA — It’s only appropriate that George Kittle had one of his best games of the season in the 49ers’ 30-24 win over the Dallas Cowboys on National Tight Ends Day.

The All-Pro was heavily involved in the offense on both run and pass plays and led the team with six catches for 128 yards and a touchdown. Kittle also, as usual, provided key blocks on several run plays as well, including a role as lead blocker in front of wide receiver Deebo Samuel, who often was set up as the ball carrier in the game.

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With his 500th career catch Sunday, Kittle moves up to fifth-highest career receptions in 49ers franchise history behind Jerry Rice (1,281), Terrell Owens (592), Roger Craig (508) and Dwight Clark (506). Kittle also moves up to third-most receiving yards in franchise history behind Rice (19,247) and Owens (8,572). 

“[It’s] an honor,” Kittle said. “I’m thankful I …