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49ers Receive Major George Kittle and Fred Warner Injury News

49ers Receive Major George Kittle and Fred Warner Injury News

Summary

The San Francisco 49ers have important injury updates as they prepare for their game against the Chicago Bears. Tight end George Kittle is a game-time decision due to an ankle injury, while linebacker Fred Warner is making progress in his recovery from an ankle issue and might return for the playoffs.

Key Facts

  • The 49ers are playing the Chicago Bears with playoff implications in mind.
  • Tight end George Kittle has a mid-to-low ankle sprain and will be a game-time decision.
  • If Kittle cannot play, Jake Tonges will replace him as the main option.
  • Linebacker Fred Warner is recovering from an ankle injury and may return for the NFL Playoffs.
  • Warner has been out since October due to a dislocated and fractured ankle.
  • The 49ers are currently second in the NFC West and have an 11-4 record.
  • Winning the next game against the Bears and another against the Seattle Seahawks could make the 49ers the top seed in the NFC.

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