George Kittle

George Kittle said his goal remains to be healthy for Week 1.

Fantasy Impact

Kittle added it being in Austrialia may make it tough. “As a 15-hour flight and a game like four days before a normal opening day, that might make it a little bit difficult — sure, but who doesn’t like a challenge? So, no, I’ve got a chance, like I said, so just going to keep my head down, keep grinding every single day.” His progress will need to continue to be monitored over the next few months.

49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan said TE George Kittle has “a chance” to play in Week 1 against the Rams.

Fantasy Impact

There are no guarantees this early in the offseason, but it is positive nonetheless that Kittle at least has a chance to be ready for the start of the season. Even if he isn't ready for Week 1, he should be ready to go early in the year

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.”

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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.