In a surprising twist, 49ers star George Kittle did not show up for the opening day of the team's voluntary offseason program, but he's quick to dismiss rumors of a contract dispute.

A recent tweet from Diana Russini at The Athletic suggested that Kittle’s absence was linked to financial negotiations, stating, "Kittle’s absence is also contract related, sources say. And the two sides remain far apart." Kittle wasted no time in refuting these claims, responding directly on social media: "Your source is incorrect."

Moreover, Kittle also denied ambitions to become the NFL's highest-paid tight end, quelling speculation about his future earnings.

At 31 years old, Kittle is approaching the final year of a lucrative five-year, $75 million contract. With a cap hit exceeding $22 million looming for 2025, it would be wise for both Kittle and the 49ers to explore a restructured deal that not only secures his financial future but also alleviates immediate salary cap concerns.

Despite the swirling rumors, Kittle remains tight-lipped about the real reason for his absence from the offseason drills, leaving fans and analysts guessing. Only time will tell where this situation leads, but one thing is clear: Kittle is focused on his game, irrespective of the speculation.