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TE35 insightsLatest Aug 7, 2026

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PositiveValueAug 7, 2026FantasyPros Articles

Tonges proved to be a capable replacement for George Kittle during his absence. In the five games Kittle missed (Weeks 2-6), Tonges ranked fourth in receptions and 10th in receiving yards per game while averaging 6.2 targets per game, per Fantasy Points Data Suite. The source suggests Tonges is a proven, capable replacement and recommends targeting him over Kittle at the tight end position.

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NegativeRoleAug 6, 2026Footballguys

Jake Tonges is an able replacement for George Kittle if Kittle is not ready to begin the year, affecting the 49ers' receiving corps depth.

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PositiveRoleAug 4, 2026Niners Nation

Tonges looks really good and is expected to be a great No. 2 receiving tight end with production expected regardless of George Kittle's status.

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PositiveRoleAug 4, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Tonges looks really good and is expected to be a great No. 2 receiving tight end with production expected regardless of George Kittle's status.

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NegativeProjectionAug 4, 2026ESPN NFL

Selected as TE4 in knockout league mock draft at pick 14.9 with bye week 0.

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NegativeValueAug 4, 2026ESPN NFL

Selected as TE3 in knockout league mock draft at pick 14.9 with bye week 0.

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NegativeProjectionAug 4, 2026ESPN NFL

Drafted in round 14, pick 243 as TE29 in ESPN knockout league mock draft; positioned as late-round tight end option.

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NegativeBustAug 3, 2026PlayerProfiler Fantasy Football Podcast Network

Davis Mattek labels Jake Tonges a 'below replacement level talent' and a bad fantasy pick, noting his limited production (34 career receptions) and lack of job security on the 49ers depth chart.

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PositiveSleeperAug 3, 2026Yahoo Fantasy Football

With Kittle sidelined, Jake Tonges is a very interesting short-term TE option for fantasy. With Kittle out early last season, Tonges was streamable in deeper PPR formats. He also caught five TDs and could be a solid red-zone target for QB Brock Purdy behind Evans and RB Christian McCaffrey.

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PositiveSleeperAug 3, 2026Yahoo Fantasy Football

With George Kittle sidelined and the 49ers also losing Ricky Pearsall and dealing with Christian Kirk's injury, Tonges becomes a very interesting short-term tight end option for fantasy. He was streamable in deeper PPR formats when Kittle was out last season, caught five touchdowns, and could be a solid red-zone target for QB Brock Purdy behind Mike Evans and RB Christian McCaffrey.

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NegativeRoleJul 31, 2026ESPN NFL

Tight end Jake Tonges appeared to push off linebacker Fred Warner then catch a pass from QB Brock Purdy on Friday's first fully padded practice; although a flag was thrown on Tonges on the play, Warner took exception at how Tonges got open, leading to a skirmish that escalated into a full-fledged fight involving multiple players.

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NegativeRoleJul 31, 2026ESPN NFL

TE Jake Tonges caught a pass from QB Brock Purdy during Friday's padded practice but was flagged on the play; he got into a confrontation with LB Fred Warner, who took exception to how Tonges got open, leading to a larger skirmish involving OT Colton McKivitz and LB Dre Greenlaw.

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NegativeRoleJul 31, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Tight end Jake Tonges got into an altercation with linebacker Fred Warner during the 49ers' first padded practice on Friday, which escalated to involve several other players before being broken up. Coach Chris Foerster characterized the scuffles as a typical first-day-in-pads occurrence.

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PositiveSleeperJul 31, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

The source identifies Jake Tonges as a very sneaky end-of-draft pick in deeper leagues who will be a producer over the first month or so, positioning him as an alternative to George Kittle given Kittle's expected injury report time and limited availability.

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PositiveSleeperJul 30, 2026Yahoo Fantasy Football

The source suspects Jake Tonges might be a sneaky-useful replacement for the 49ers this year, with George Kittle and WR Ricky Pearsall both dealing with physical challenges.

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NegativeValueJul 29, 2026Fantasy Life Articles

The source grabbed Jake Tonges as a pseudo-handcuff to Kittle but expressed that this strategy does not spark the same type of joy as taking Kittle directly, indicating lower confidence in the handcuff approach.

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NegativeValueJul 29, 2026Fantasy Life Articles

The source took Jake Tonges as a pseudo-handcuff but expressed that grabbing him didn't spark the same type of joy as other picks, suggesting limited upside or appeal relative to other tight end options.

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NegativeProjectionJul 28, 2026ESPN Fantasy Football

Ranked TE30 in ESPN's top 240 dynasty rankings at age 27, indicating limited long-term dynasty value for the veteran tight end.

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PositiveProjectionJul 28, 2026RotoWire NFL Articles

Tonges supplied low-end TE1 production in George Kittle's absence last season, suggesting he has standalone fantasy value as a backup option or potential starter if Kittle's Achilles recovery is delayed.

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PositiveValueJul 28, 2026Footballguys

Jake Tonges has risen 6 spots in Underdog Best Ball ADP, moving from 244 to 238 overall (TE37), indicating growing interest in the 49ers tight end.

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PositiveValueJul 28, 2026Footballguys

Jake Tonges has risen 6 spots in Underdog Best Ball ADP, moving from 244 to 238 overall (TE37), showing increased market confidence in the 49ers tight end.

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PositiveValueJul 28, 2026Footballguys

Jake Tonges has risen 6 spots in Underdog Best Ball ADP, moving from 244 to 238 overall (TE37), showing increased interest in the 49ers tight end.

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PositiveProjectionJul 28, 2026RotoWire NFL Articles

Tonges supplied low-end TE1 production in George Kittle's absence last season, suggesting he could be a valuable backup option if Kittle's Achilles recovery is delayed.

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NegativeDepth ChartJul 26, 2026Niners Nation

Tonges is projected as a tight end on the 49ers' 53-man roster, with his contract through 2027.

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NegativeDepth ChartJul 24, 2026Niners Nation

Tonges is a tight end who was signed as an undrafted free agent and is currently on the 49ers roster, demonstrating the team's track record of finding production from undrafted players.

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PositiveRoleJul 15, 2026Fantasy Points Fantasy Football

Tonges was pretty productive in games that Kittle missed last year, ranking as a low-end tight end one, making him a viable streaming option if Kittle misses games early in the season.

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PositiveValueJul 15, 2026Fantasy Points Fantasy Football

Tonges can be streamed as a waiver wire option if Kittle misses a game or two, as he was productive in games Kittle missed last year at a low-end tight end one level.

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PositiveSleeperDec 23, 2025BDGE Fantasy Football

Jake Tonges is recommended as a solid streaming option for Week 17 waiver wire if Kittle misses; positioned to absorb targets in the 49ers' tight-end-centric passing offense.

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PositiveSleeperNo dateYahoo Fantasy Football

Ranked Tier V (#32 overall) in Sleepers, Part II; won't be drafted in most standard-sized leagues but has a path to being fantasy-relevant at some point this season; if Kittle isn't ready to go Week 1, Tonges is a nice fill-in option.

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PositiveRoleNo dateFantasyPros - Fantasy Football Podcast

49ers TE could see expanded role in 12 personnel if Kittle misses start of season; re-signed as restricted free agent after strong performance in Kittle's absence last year.

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NegativeRoleNo dateFantasy Football Today

Jake Tonjes is mentioned as a 49ers tight end option that fantasy players might chase, but the source suggests Jawan Johnson could be a better pivot if George Kittle is injured rather than handcuffing the 49ers position with Tonjes.

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PositiveRoleNo dateFantasyPros - Fantasy Football Podcast

49ers TE could see expanded role if Kittle misses start of season. Team using 12 personnel frequently; Tonges re-signed as restricted free agent after strong performance filling in for Kittle last year. the source suggests he's a player to look at in target pecking order.

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PositiveRoleNo dateFantasy Football Today

With San Francisco receiver injuries (Ricky Pearsall and Christian Kirk out) and potential Kittle absence, Tonjes is positioned in a great spot for increased offensive role and target opportunity.

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PositiveSleeperNo dateFantasy Football Today

Tonjes is a late-round sleeper option if George Kittle misses time. He scored double-digit PPR fantasy points in four of the first six games without Kittle, though his last three games were inconsistent (19, 2.4, 8.9 PPR points). The source suggests Tonjes as a zero-tight-end strategy option early in the season, with the plan to pivot to another waiver-wire tight end once Kittle returns.

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PositiveRoleNo dateYahoo Sports NFL

With George Kittle's Achilles rupture leaving his Week 1 status in limbo, Tonges becomes a short-term caddy worth holding as a potential fill-in for the San Francisco tight end position.

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