San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle participated in team drills on Monday, marking his first involvement in full practice activities since suffering an Achilles tear during a playoff game against the Philadelphia Eagles in January. The return comes as the 49ers prepare for their Week 1 matchup against the Los Angeles Rams scheduled for Thursday, September 10 in Australia.
Kittle has consistently maintained optimism regarding his recovery timeline, suggesting the injury location presents a favorable scenario for an earlier-than-typical return. According to reports from ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the 6-foot-4 tight end has experienced no complications during rehabilitation and possesses a realistic opportunity to suit up for the season opener. Head Coach Kyle Shanahan indicated that both Kittle and fellow recovering player Nick Bosa would participate in limited practice sessions over the next three days, with carefully managed workloads to avoid overexertion before the international trip.
Shanahan emphasized the importance of determining Kittle’s availability status before traveling to Melbourne, citing the extensive 16-hour flight and the value of maintaining practice continuity with the team. The coaching staff plans to use the upcoming practices to make an informed decision about whether Kittle can travel and compete in the season’s inaugural contest against the Rams.
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