49ers' George Kittle Shares Injury Update on Week 1 Availability

49ers’ George Kittle aiming for Aussie opener in Achilles rehab

Tight end George Kittle is ramping up his running amid an Achilles comeback that could get him in the 49ers' season-opening lineup.

49ers' George Kittle Shares Injury Update on Week 1 Availability

San Francisco 49ers' George Kittle shared an injury update and whether he could be ready to go in Week 1 on September 10.

Niners' Kittle targets Week 1, says he's 'on track'

Niners tight end George Kittle said he's "ahead of schedule" in his recovery from a torn right Achilles and believes he's "on track" to return in Week 1 against the Rams.

George Kittle Updates Injury Status, Return Timeline for 49ers Amid Achilles Tear Rehab

George Kittle isn't ruling out a return from his Achilles tear by the time the San Francisco 49ers open the 2026 season against the Los Angeles Rams in Australia on Sept. 10.

George Kittle Is Targeting Week 1 Against the Rams. The Australia Trip Is the Wild Card

George Kittle says he is “ahead of schedule” in his recovery from a torn right Achilles, and he believes he is “on track” to return in Week 1 against the Los Angeles Rams. He also acknowledged something that might end up being a problem: the Week 1 game is in Australia. The 49ers and Rams …

49ers' George Kittle shares encouraging recovery update with eyes on Week 1 return

San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle has consistently targeted a Week 1 return as he recovers from the Achilles injury he suffered during the team's playoff victory over the Philadelphia Eagles. When the injury occurred, many assumed Kittle's recovery would extend into the 2026 season. However, optimism increased after learning that the injury was not as severe as initially feared, leaving the door open for a quicker return. Kittle rema…