What happened: The annual ranking is determined by a vote of NFL players. Kittle recorded 57 receptions for 628 yards and seven touchdowns in 2025.
Why it matters: The top-50 placement reflects his standing among peers entering the 2026 season. He was No. 31 on the 2025 list, a 15-slot year-over-year drop.
By the numbers: 2025: 57 receptions, 628 receiving yards and seven touchdowns. Ranking: No. 31 in 2025 to No. 46 in 2026, down 15 spots.
What to watch: San Francisco opens its preseason schedule Aug. 13.