Friends and foes: The Chiefs' Kelce, 49ers' Kittle ready to match up again in the Super Bowl
Travis Kelce and George Kittle are best of friends off the field and fierce competitors on it
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Chiefs' Travis Kelce and the 49ers' George Kittle are best of friends when they are off the field.
They are fierce competitors when they step on it.
They also happen to be two of the best tight ends ever to play the game, and largely responsible for the way their position has evolved from a glorified offensive lineman catching occasional passes to a vital cog in a modern, pass-happy league.
In fact, the two of them along with retired tight end-turned-TV broadcaster Greg Olsen founded Tight End University three years ago to help teach their craft. The immersive three-day program is designed to help players at their position learn from each other, whether that's studying film, doing on-field work or sharing best practices when it comes to recovery and rehab.
