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 Ac

San Francisco 49ers star tight end George Kittle was taken off the physically unable to perform list, providing hope that he might be able to return from a ruptured right Achilles tendon before the season opener

49ers take star TE George Kittle off PUP list 10 days before leaving for Australia  AP News

The 49ers’ star-studded offense seems to be getting its stars healthy. George Kittle was activated from the Physically Unable to Perform list on Sunday, and superstar running back Christian McCaffrey is in full uniform for the 49ers’ practice, per The Post’s Evan Webeck. San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaf

It's unclear if Kittle will play in the season opener in Australia when the 49ers play the Rams in Week 1 on Sept. 10.

49ers activate star TE George Kittle from PUP list  ESPN

This is some big news for the 49ers, and incredible news for George Kittle.

What to Know About Miami Dolphins LB Trey Moore's Status and Other Injury Updates  Sports Illustrated

The 49ers received an encouraging George Kittle update as the star tight end's Achilles recovery puts a Week 1 return in sight.