Claire Kittle, the wife of San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle, is entering 2026 with a powerful and clear personal philosophy. In a candid year-end interview, she opened up about a transformative resolution she embraced in 2025 and is now committed to continuing.
Embracing Discomfort for Growth
Speaking to People magazine in late December 2025, Claire Kittle revealed that her most significant goal has been learning to say yes more often. She explained that throughout 2025, she actively challenged herself to accept new opportunities instead of reflexively declining them due to fear or a desire to stay in her comfort zone.
"I think I've been doing a pretty good job of just trying to say yes to more opportunities," Claire stated. She expressed a newfound confidence in her identity and a curiosity to see where these affirmative choices might lead her. Central to her philosophy is the belief that real growth begins with unease. "That uncomfortable fear zone is where you grow," she noted, describing the concept as simple in theory but challenging in practice.
Building a Voice Beyond the Sidelines
Claire Kittle first tested this mindset during the 2024 NFL season and fully committed to it in 2025. This approach has directly fueled her expanding presence in media and brand collaborations. Her partnership with Smirnoff's "We Do Game Days" campaign was one such venture where she discussed these very themes of growth and fear.
A major project born from this attitude is her digital series, "Wife'd Up & Mic'd Up." Launched in 2025, the series offers a behind-the-scenes look at the lives of NFL partners. Claire collaborated closely with Kristin Juszczyk, wife of fellow 49er Kyle Juszczyk, to share authentic moments from game days and the travel-heavy lifestyle.
Family, Football, and Forward Motion
This personal evolution for Claire comes during a strong season for the San Francisco 49ers, who have won 12 games and are preparing for a crucial Week 18 matchup against the Seattle Seahawks. While George Kittle missed one game after an ankle injury in Week 16, he told ESPN's Nick Wagoner he feels "great" and is ready for the Saturday night game.
Reflecting on their journey, Claire recently shared an emotional Instagram post marking the final NFL stadium she visited to watch George play. She called the experience a dream and said the memories would last forever. As she steps into 2026, Claire Kittle's commitment to saying 'yes' promises to lead to even more growth, both personally and professionally, as she continues to carve her own unique path.
