George Kittle

49ers GM John Lynch said he is "hopeful" George Kittle can return for Week 1.

Fantasy Impact

Kittle ruptured his Achilles tendon back in January in the playoffs against the Eagles. Lynch noted that Kittle is “progressing at a good rate” as he works through his rehab program. His status will need to continue to be monitored as the offseason progresses.

George Kittle underwent Achilles surgery that went "as well as expected with no surprises.”

Fantasy Impact

Per Barrows, the procedure was performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache who did the ACL repairs for Nick Bosa and Jimmy Garoppolo among others. The next step will be rehab for Kittle.

49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan announced that George Kittle will undergo surgery on Wednesday.

Fantasy Impact

Kittle tore his Achilles this past weekend in the Sunday's game against the Eagles. He'll begin his rehab process to make a full recovery for next season.

George Kittle (Achilles) has torn his Achilles, as HC Kyle Shanahan confirmed to reporters.

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.

George Kittle was carted off the field in Sunday's game against the Eagles.

Fantasy Impact

It did not look good. Kittle was already playing through an ankle injury. He planted his foot and it appeared to be a ruptured Achilles tendon. We will wait for confirmation, but it's possible this is an injury that impacts his availability for the start of next season.