Sun, Jan 11th 8:29pm EST
By Garrett Ball
George Kittle (Achilles) has torn his Achilles, as HC Kyle Shanahan confirmed to reporters. (Source: Adam Schefter on X)
Fantasy Impact: It’s a brutal blow to the 49ers and their playoff hopes. They were able to pull off the win against Philadelphia, and will have to carry on without him. With Kittle likely out for the majority of the 2026 season, expect Jake Tonges to have an expanded role, unless the team decides to add to their tight end room.
Category: Injury Updates
Bryce Young is expected to have his fifth year option picked up by the Carolina Panthers. (Source: Adam Schefter on X)
Fantasy Impact: With Young leading the Panthers to the playoffs, albeit in an odd set of circumstances, it’s understandable. However, Young has been incredibly inconsistent throughout his career, and it’s fair to wonder if a third year in Dave Canales’ system will change much of anything.
Category: Rumors
