TE George Kittle is dealing with an sprained MCL in his left knee and reportedly expected to return Week 3 against the Giants, per Adam Schefter of ESPN. (Adam Schefter on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact
Kittle suffered a sprained MCL in Sunday’s Week 1 loss to the Cardinals. He was ruled out Week 2 against the Jets. The 49ers believe he will be ready to return Week 3. “An MRI on Monday revealed the damage to Kittle's MCL, but he was spotted around the Niners' training facility this past week walking without a limp, bolstering the belief -- and hope -- that he will be back for Week 3,” Schefter added. How much Kittle practices will determine his official status. Look for Jordan Reed and Ross Dwelley to handle tight end duties with Kittle sidelined. Reed is the better option of the two and worth picking up in most league formats.