Yahoo Sports NFL on George Kittle

ArticleHawks in the NFL: Week 1September 16, 2026

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After suffering an Achilles injury in Philadelphia on January 11, Kittle is back. The 49ers tight end was on a pitch count, logging 30 snaps and catching 2 passes for 12 yards as the 49ers defeated the Los Angeles Rams, 27-7 in Week 1.

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Kittle back from Achilles injury on pitch count with limited Week 1 usage.

Kittle returned from an Achilles injury suffered January 11 in Philadelphia. The 49ers tight end was on a pitch count in Week 1, logging 30 snaps and catching 2 passes for 12 yards as San Francisco defeated Los Angeles 27-7.