Kittle and McCaffrey return to practice for 49ers ahead of finale
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 5:35 PM
Last updated Aug 23, 2026
George Kittle and Christian McCaffrey returned to practice with the San Francisco 49ers on August 23, 2026. Kittle was activated off the PUP list, marking his first practice since an Achilles injury in the playoffs. McCaffrey was also back after missing recent practices due to tightness, with head coach Kyle Shanahan downplaying concerns about his health. Both players are preparing for the 49ers’ final preseason game before the regular season opener against the Los Angeles Rams on September 10.
- •George Kittle activated off the PUP list before practice.
- •Christian McCaffrey returns after two weeks of missed practice.
- •Shanahan indicated no major concerns for McCaffrey's health.
- •49ers' final preseason game is upcoming on August 25.
- •Regular season opener is scheduled against the Rams on September 10.
- 5:35 PMYahoo Sports — George Kittle wasn't the only superstar back in practice for the 49ers
"The San Francisco 49ers got two of their key offensive weapons back in practice Sunday.
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