George Kittle Injury Rehab, Return Timeline Updated by 49ers' John Lynch After Achilles Rupture
By Julia Stumbaugh
Published on April 25, 2026.
The San Francisco 49ers' tight end, George Kittle, may return from his Achilles injury in time for the 2026 regular season, according to general manager John Lynch. Kittle suffered a torn right Achilles tendon during a game against the Philadelphia Eagles on Jan. 11. He has since undergone rehabilitation and is expected to return "well before November"
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