George Kittle activated from PUP list, Christian McCaffrey returns to practice
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 5:41 PM
Last updated Aug 23, 2026
The San Francisco 49ers have activated George Kittle from the Active/PUP list as of August 23, 2026. Kittle's activation allows him to return to practice ahead of Week 1, where he may join the team against the Los Angeles Rams. He has made progress in his recovery from a torn Achilles sustained in January. Christian McCaffrey has also returned to practice, joining Kittle and Jordan James, who is back after a three-week absence. These developments could significantly bolster the 49ers' roster for the upcoming season.
- •George Kittle activated from Active/PUP list on August 23, 2026.
- •Kittle aims to practice in preparation for Week 1 against the Rams.
- •Kittle tore his Achilles in January but has shown recovery progress.
- •Christian McCaffrey returned to practice alongside Kittle and Jordan James.
- •49ers could have key players ready for the start of the season.
- 5:41 PMYahoo Sports — Georgie Kittle has been activated from the Active/PUP list; Christian McCaffrey returns
"It’s still no guarantee that Kittle plays in Week 1, but this is a sign that we’ll see him in September
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