What Did Kittle f Dallas Shirt Say? George Kittle’s Bold T-Shirt Message and the NFL Fine

San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle is known for his explosive plays on the field, but he also made headlines for his choice of clothing after the team’s 42-10 win over the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday night. Kittle revealed a T-shirt under his jersey that had a profane message against the Cowboys, which earned him a hefty fine from the NFL. Here are some details about what Kittle’s shirt said, why he wore it, and how he reacted to the penalty.

The Shirt

Kittle’s shirt was a grey T-shirt that read “F*** Dallas” in black letters, with the first letter of the swear word replaced by an asterisk. The shirt was a homage to former 49ers linebacker Gary Plummer, who wore a similar shirt before the 1994 NFC Championship game against the Cowboys. Plummer had T-shirts made for the 49ers’ defense to show their confidence and disdain for their rivals. However, Plummer only showed his shirt off from Candlestick Park’s dugout steps rather than on the field to avoid a fine.

Kittle decided to wear the shirt as a tribute to Plummer and the 1994 team, which went on to win the Super Bowl that year. He said he found the shirt online and ordered it a few weeks ago. He did not lift up his jersey to reveal his shirt until after Jordan Mason scored the 49ers’ final touchdown in the fourth quarter.

The Fine

The NFL did not appreciate Kittle’s gesture and fined him $13,699 for violating the league’s rules on abusive language. The fine was reported by ESPN on Friday, two days after the game. Kittle said he expected a fine and was not surprised by it. He also said he did not regret wearing the shirt and would do it again if he had the chance.

“I mean, I wore a personalized T-shirt, maybe with an inappropriate word. It is what it is. It’s a decision I made. If they want to fine me, they fine me,” Kittle said on Thursday. “100 percent, I’d do it again,” he added.

The Reaction

Kittle’s shirt drew mixed reactions from fans and media. Some praised him for his boldness and loyalty to the 49ers’ tradition, while others criticized him for being disrespectful and immature. Plummer himself appreciated Kittle’s shoutout and said he was proud of him. He also said that wearing such a shirt was a way of motivating oneself and one’s teammates to perform at their best against a tough opponent.

“It makes you have to back up that confidence,” Plummer said. “You’re not doing it to degrade your opponent, you’re doing it to make sure you’re at your best. You know when you’re putting yourself out there like that, wearing a shirt like that, you better bring your A-game,” Plummer said.

Kittle certainly brought his A-game on Sunday night, as he scored three touchdowns and had 118 receiving yards on seven catches. He helped the 49ers improve to 5-0 and remain undefeated in the season. He also showed his personality and passion for the game, which has made him one of the most popular and exciting players in the league.

What do you think of Kittle’s shirt? Was it a cool tribute or a rude taunt? Let us know in the comments below!