49ers activate George Kittle from PUP list ahead of season opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 9:25 PM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026
George Kittle has been activated by the San Francisco 49ers from the physically unable to perform list on August 24, 2026. This activation follows his recovery from a torn right Achilles sustained during the NFC wild card game on January 11. Kittle's return to practice includes individual work in full pads, suggesting a potential appearance in the Week 1 matchup against the Los Angeles Rams. He previously mentioned not missing much of the 2026 season due to the nature of his injury.
- •Kittle activated from PUP list on August 24, 2026.
- •He is recovering from a torn right Achilles injury.
- •Kittle participated in individual practice in full pads.
- •He caught 57 passes for 628 yards and seven touchdowns last season.
- •The 49ers face the Los Angeles Rams in Week 1.
- 9:25 PMYahoo Sports — 49ers George Kittle activated from PUP list
"Former Iowa football star George Kittle has been activated by the 49ers from the PUP list.
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