The San Francisco 49ers are in the NFC Championship Game for the third time in four seasons, and tight end George Kittle will likely need to have a big impact if they’re going to reach the Super Bowl for the second time in that span.
Kittle has been an X-factor in the Niners’ offense for years and is continuing to be for rookie quarterback Brock Purdy.
Here’s a look at our favorite George Kittle prop bets to consider for the NFC Championship Game between the 49ers and Eagles.
All NFC Championship Game odds used in these props are current as of Thursday, Jan. 26, at 10 a.m. ET.
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George Kittle Receptions Prop
George Kittle: Over 3.5 Receptions (-174) at Caesars Sportsbook
WAGER: 2 Units
Kittle has only failed to register four catches in a game twice all season. He had five catches for 95 yards in the Niners’ 19-12 win over the Cowboys in the NFC Divisional Round.
The Eagles have been allowing 4.1 receptions to tight ends this season. Plus, given the likelihood of Philadelphia’s defense loading the box to slow Christian McCaffrey, Deebo Samuel, and Elijah Mitchell in the run game, Kittle should hit a bunch of slant and hitch routes.
The odds aren’t great here ($0.57 profit per dollar wagered), but they’re good enough to simply add an extra unit, cash the bet, and call it a win.
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George Kittle Longest Reception Prop
George Kittle: Longest Reception Over 20.5 Yards (-121) at Caesars Sportsbook
WAGER: 1 Unit
Kittle has had a reception of at least 21 yards in four of San Francisco’s past six games, including his memorable juggling, 30-yarder in the Niners’ win over the Cowboys.
Kittle is averaging about 19 yards per reception during the postseason, with six yards coming after the catch. It’s hard to believe he won’t hit another chunk play off of play-action on Sunday.
