George Kittle aims for Week 1 return against Rams after injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 7:01 PM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
George Kittle is working towards a return for the 49ers' season opener against the Rams on September 10 in Melbourne. The All-Pro tight end is recovering from a torn Achilles suffered during the playoffs last season. At Tight End University, Kittle demonstrated improved mobility, stating he is 'definitely on track' to play. However, he has not yet participated in contact drills as he continues to rehabilitate. Kittle's timeline for a full recovery remains uncertain as he works to regain his previous performance level.
- •Kittle is recovering from a torn Achilles sustained last season
- •He aims to play in the 49ers' opener on September 10
- •Kittle showed improved mobility at Tight End University
- •He has yet to perform contact drills during his recovery
- •Kittle previously dealt with a hamstring injury during the season
- 7:01 PMYahoo Sports — George Kittle moving well at TEU, aims to play Week 1 vs. Rams
"George Kittle has his sights set on playing Week 1 against the Rams, and his movement at Tight End University shows he might be on track.
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days- NFL•Jun 25, 2026, 7:00 AMIs Stefon Diggs the safer option over Brandon Aiyuk for Commanders?
- NFL•Jun 25, 2026, 6:00 AMNFL insider thinks Commanders have some questions about Brandon Aiyuk
- NFL•Jun 25, 2026, 5:46 AMFormer Alabama Star Mac Jones Makes Strong Comments About NFL Future
- NFL•Jun 25, 2026, 1:45 AMSan Francisco 49ers to 'explore' moving practice facilities for more space
- NFL•Jun 25, 2026, 12:38 AMReported contract demands for Steelers CB Joey Porter Jr. too steep
- NFL•Jun 25, 2026, 12:37 AMDetroit Lions QB Jared Goff's career against the Arizona Cardinals
