Summary
George Kittle, a player for the San Francisco 49ers, injured his Achilles during a playoff game but does not plan to retire. He expects to return to playing before November and hopes to be back by the start of the next season.
Key Facts
- George Kittle plays for the San Francisco 49ers and is a well-regarded tight end.
- He had a hamstring injury in Week 1 of the 2025 season and tore his Achilles during a playoff game.
- Kittle doesn't plan to retire despite the Achilles injury.
- He expects to return to playing before November 2026.
- Kittle signed a four-year contract extension in April 2025, keeping him with the 49ers until at least 2029.
- The NFL announced a game in Australia for the 2026 season, possibly affecting Kittle's return timing.
- Kittle has played his entire NFL career with the 49ers since being drafted in 2017.
