49ers assess George Kittle's availability for Week 1 against Rams
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 4:27 AM
Last updated Aug 30, 2026
The San Francisco 49ers are finalizing roster decisions ahead of the Aug. 30 cutdown deadline. With Week 1 against the Los Angeles Rams approaching on Sept. 10 in Australia, the team faces a critical choice regarding tight end George Kittle. He is recovering from an Achilles tear suffered last season but is ahead of schedule. However, some insiders advocate for caution, suggesting Kittle should not play to avoid risking a serious setback. Meanwhile, 49ers rookie De’Zhaun Stribling has garnered attention for his promising preseason performance.
- •49ers make roster decisions before Aug. 30 deadline
- •George Kittle recovering from Achilles tear, ahead of schedule
- •Insider suggests cautious approach, advocating for Kittle's absence
- •Week 1 matchup against Rams set for Sept. 10 in Australia
- •Rookie De’Zhaun Stribling shows promise in preseason
- 4:27 AMYahoo Sports — 49ers Insider Delivers Stern George Kittle Verdict Ahead of Week 1
"The San Francisco 49ers are making roster decisions ahead of the cutdown deadline on Aug. 30. Nonetheless, with the preseason now over, all focus is on Week 1 against the Los Angeles Rams on Sept. 10 in Australia. San Francisco also has a major decision to make in the coming days: Whether George Kittle will […] The post 49ers Insider Delivers Stern George Kittle Verdict Ahead of Week 1 appeared first on HEAVY.
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