George Kittle didn’t escape the public’s attention—nor that of his San Francisco 49ers teammate Kyle Juszczyk—after sharing a dramatic Instagram post.
After the 49ers’ 23-20 victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 10, the 31-year-old tight end marked the achievement in an interesting way.
In the post, the five-time Pro Bowler showcased highlights from the pre-game festivities. This included his tunnel fit, which featured a vintage “Lord of the Rings” Aragorn tee designed by Rick Griffin, paired with gray sweatpants, light blue Nike Air Jordans and a black trucker cap.
The second photo also featured another outfit, where Kittle was seen in an all-black ensemble, complete with a Christzyn McCaffrey hat.
Interestingly, the 49ers star referenced the Peter Jackson-directed trilogy, pairing the “Lord of the Rings” OST with a caption showcasing the iconic quote, “If by my life or death I can protect you, I will!”
Fans couldn’t help but poke fun at Kittle’s LOTR-inspired post, with one user commenting, “Sir, are you related to Gandalf by any chance?” while another wrote, “You have my sword.”
Juszczyk also chimed in, saying, “I feel like you’re speaking to me directly here,” likely as a playful way of acknowledging their close friendship with a touch of humor.
The 49ers are currently gearing up for a showdown against the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday, Nov. 17, at Levi’s Stadium. The game will be broadcast on FOX and streamed live on the NBC Sports app.
