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49ers take star TE George Kittle off PUP list 10 days before leaving for Australia
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· August 23, 2026
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Key points Kittle's injury occurred on January 11 in a playoff game. Tight end George Kittle has been removed from the physically unable to perform list by the San Francisco 49ers.
Tight end George Kittle has been removed from the physically unable to perform list by the San Francisco 49ers. This move provides hope for his return before the season opener, following a ruptured right Achilles tendon. Kittle's injury occurred on January 11 in a playoff game.
He has made a notable recovery and recently returned to practice. The team is set to depart for a game against the Los Angeles Rams, and Kittle's participation is still to be determined. Further details on his status and the team's plans are available from the source.
Kittle's progress will be closely watched as the team prepares for their upcoming game, scheduled for September 11.
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Category: News Published: August 23, 2026 Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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