George Kittle injury update: Latest on 49ers star's status, potential return

Kittle has been working his way back from a torn Achilles Aug 23, 2026 at 3:34 pm ET • 1 min read For a change, the 49ers have some positive news from an injury standpoint. San Francisco has activated tight end George Kittle from the physically unable to perform list. Kittle has been working his way back from a torn Achilles injury that was sustained during January's playoff win over the Eagles. After sustaining the injury, Kittle set his sights on being back on the field for the 49ers' season-opener, which will be against the Rams. Kittle has reportedly hit every benchmark the team has laid out for him. "I want to play in every football game that I possibly can play in, but I'm also aware it's an 18-week season," Kittle said earlier this month. "If you miss Week 1 and you're playing Week