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George Kittle reacted playfully on social media to the 49ers’ plan for two international games in 2026 (Australia and Mexico City), posting memes and captions that reflect fan nerves about the travel-heavy schedule; insiders say he could be back by Week 1 in Australia after a torn Achilles, but the long travel remains a concern for San Francisco’s aging core.
Travis Kelce, despite an Achilles injury, jumped on The Chainsmokers’ set at SI’s pre-Super Bowl party in Daly City, soon joined by George Kittle and Rob Gronkowski. The trio sang and danced with the DJ duo as celebrities like Justin Bieber and Ludacris looked on, highlighting a star-studded Bay Area bash ahead of Super Bowl LX.
With Robert Saleh out, the 49ers are evaluating several defensive coordinator candidates (including Schwartz and Bradley) while top players like George Kittle, Fred Warner and Mykel Williams work to recover from injuries, signaling a push to preserve the veteran core and add talent through a new coaching staff and draft class.
A fringe theory suggested the 49ers’ rash of injuries could be linked to practicing near a nearby electrical substation and exposure to low-frequency electromagnetic fields, but medical experts cited say the science doesn’t support such a connection. The team has trained at the same facility since 1988 and has remained competitive despite injuries, including George Kittle’s Achilles tear, prompting calls to explore explanations beyond luck while remaining skeptical of the substation theory.
George Kittle tore his Achilles in the 49ers' 23-19 wild-card win over the Eagles, ending his season after just one catch in the first half; Jake Tonges will start at tight end as Demarcus Robinson (111 yards, 1 TD) and Christian McCaffrey (66 yards, 2 TDs) led the offense, with San Francisco also dealing with a rash of injuries to key players.
San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle suffered a torn Achilles in their 23-19 wild-card win over the Philadelphia Eagles, exiting in the second quarter after his lone catch. With Kittle out, Jake Tonges became the starting tight end, while Demarcus Robinson and Christian McCaffrey led the receiving effort; the 49ers have battled injuries at multiple positions this season.
In the 49ers' 23-19 playoff win over the Eagles, George Kittle ruptured his Achilles, likely ending his season and potentially altering his and the team's outlook as he nears 33. With a $76 million extension through 2029 now in question, San Francisco may lean on Jake Tonges, while also weighing how to manage aging veterans going forward.
George Kittle is inactive for the 49ers-Bears game due to an ankle sprain, while the Bears will have DJ Moore and Darnell Wright available despite illness concerns. Several players from both teams are inactive for various reasons.
A potential injury update for the 49ers' George Kittle, who is doubtful to play against the Bears in Week 17, could give the Bears a defensive advantage, but they still face a strong offense led by Brock Purdy and Christian McCaffrey.
The San Francisco 49ers face the Chicago Bears in Week 17 with key players George Kittle and Ricky Pearsall listed as questionable due to injuries, while Kurtis Rourke and Renardo Green are ruled out. Final game-time decisions will be made closer to kickoff, and the team continues to monitor player statuses.
San Francisco's George Kittle sustained an ankle injury from a suspected illegal hip-drop tackle during a game against the Colts, but he doesn't believe it's a high-ankle sprain and plans to evaluate his condition daily, with his performance remaining strong despite the injury.
George Kittle's return in Week 7 was pivotal for the 49ers' 20-10 win over the Falcons, showcasing his blocking skills and highlighting the impact of coach Robert Saleh's innovative blitz strategies, which helped the young defense excel despite injuries, marking a significant improvement from the previous season.
The 49ers secured a 20-10 victory over the Falcons, highlighted by George Kittle's return boosting the run game, timely defensive plays despite injuries, and strong team effort in swarming to the ball, helping them improve to 5-2 and maintain NFC West lead.
The San Francisco 49ers' injury report ahead of their Week 7 game against the Atlanta Falcons shows QB Brock Purdy and WR Ricky Pearsall are out, while TE George Kittle is active without restrictions. The team will monitor other players' statuses, with final game-time decisions announced 90 minutes before kickoff.
The 49ers ruled out QB Brock Purdy and WR Ricky Pearsall for their upcoming game. Mac Jones will start in place of Purdy, with Jones fully healthy. TE George Kittle, returning from injury, will play without restrictions, and Kevin Givens is likely to return from injured reserve. Several other players are questionable or out due to injuries.