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Meet Jake Tonges, 49ers' TE replacement for George Kittle injury who grew up an hour from San Francisco
It's safe to say that very few people outside of California knew who Jake Tonges was before this NFL season.
But now, with George Kittle injured, the San Francisco 49ers ' backup tight end has emerged into some prominence.
He's coming off the best game of his career a three-catch, 58-yard performance with a touchdown in Week 4.
Kittle remains out, and so do multiple receivers, so Tonges could be key on Thursday Night Football against the Los Angeles Rams .
And it's all a cool time for Tonges, who grew up not far from San Francisco.
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Who is Jake Tonges?
Jake Tonges is a 26-year old tight