NFL fans are no strangers to George Kittle’s love for WWE. “We liked the idea of combining my love for pro wrestling and positive mantras together,” he once admitted during the 2023 NFL season—and who could forget that cool confession? The 49ers star always surrounds himself with the WWE star. And that’s what Kittle’s fans witnessed in his latest Instagram story.
If you’re a WWE fan, you already know what 3:16 Day is all about! Every year on March 16, the world celebrates Stone Cold Steve Austin and his legendary legacy. And guess what? NFL star George Kittle joined in on the fun, posting a selfie with Austin himself on 3:16 Day. The overlay text? “Happy Holidays 3:16”—complete with beer mug emojis, making it clear it was nothing but party time!
On this day in 1996, Steve Austin dominated Jake “The Snake” Roberts at the King of the Ring event—giving birth to one of the most iconic catchphrases in wrestling history: “Austin 3:16.” Since then, March 16 (3/16) has been celebrated as 3:16 Day, marking the moment that changed wrestling forever. Reflecting on this legendary trend, Austin himself admitted, “You would have never figured it (3:16) would have turned into what it did. But the next night, which was Monday Night Raw, you saw 3:16 signs everywhere, and there was a change happening immediately.” He also added, “Would I have guessed it would last this long or become a trademark that people still remember? Hell no. But I’m glad it did.” With just one unforgettable fight, Austin cemented his legacy—not just as a wrestling icon but as an inspiration to generations of fans.
NFL star George Kittle was no exception. If you rewind to January 15, retirement rumors surrounding him were already making waves. And why? Well, Kittle himself had a hand in it. The 49ers star sparked speculation by sharing an Instagram story with WWE superstar Penta El Zero M, better known as Penta, sending fans into a frenzy.
With George Kittle’s five-year, $75 million contract with the San Francisco 49ers set to expire this year—and no clear answer on whether he’d return for the upcoming season—rumors about a possible WWE debut were swirling like crazy. But 49ers fans can breathe a sigh of relief—Kittle is officially coming back for the 2025 season! His recent message following Kyle Juszczyk’s re-signing only added to the excitement, making headlines across social media.
George Kittle and CMC welcomed Kyle Juszczyk after a crazy deal
March 14, 2025, belonged to the San Francisco 49ers—no doubt about it! How? No matter which social media platform you checked, there was only one headline: Kyle Juszczyk had agreed to terms with the 49ers, signing a two-year extension. The NFL fullback’s contract now runs through 2026, with $7 million guaranteed out of the $8 million deal. While this extension is slightly less lucrative than his previous one—where he secured $9.1 million for the 2024 and 2025 seasons—does it really matter? The fact that Juszczyk is staying with the 49ers is the real win!
And that’s exactly why his teammates, George Kittle and Christian McCaffrey, took the celebration to Instagram! Kittle kicked things off with a heartfelt message to Kyle, simply writing, “JUUUICE.” Before the deal was announced, he had been posting training photos with Juszczyk, adding a heartbreak emoji and a juice box emoji—clearly feeling the uncertainty. But what happened after the 49ers confirmed the extension? Pure joy! There was no holding back his excitement.
Joining in on the celebration was none other than 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey, who kept it short and sweet with a one-word reaction: “Back.” His wife, supermodel Olivia Culpo, was just as hyped, sharing on Instagram, “The best news ever!!!!!!!!!!!!!!” Juszczyk has been a key part of the Niners’ roster since being traded from the Baltimore Ravens in 2017. Over the years, the 2013 draft pick has built a brotherly bond with Kittle and McCaffrey—making this re-signing even more special. Now, all that’s left to do? Count down the days until the 49ers’ season opener!
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