Shortly after waking up Monday morning, George Kittle’s wife, Claire, reminded him of the significance of the next seven days.

She told the 49ers tight end, “Hey, it’s Rams week; get your mind right.”

Kittle appreciated the reminder.

In order for the 49ers to show up with a strong performance on Sunday when they face the Los Angeles Rams at Levi’s Stadium, Claire knew there could be no shortcuts in the days of preparation leading up to kickoff.

“She's done it for like seven years, and it's been pretty awesome,” Kittle told NBC Sports Bay Area. “So every Monday before we play the Rams, it’s, 'Hey, it's Rams week; get your mind right.’ Because every time we play the Rams, it's a mental, gritty game.”

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