49ers' George Kittle makes return to practice before Rams opener
49ers star tight end and Iowa great George Kittle has made his return to practice and is still eyeing a potential return against the Rams in Week 1.
George Kittle, a tight end for the San Francisco 49ers, returned to practice on Monday ahead of their Week 1 game against the Los Angeles Rams. Kittle's return comes after recovering from an Achilles tear he sustained against the Philadelphia Eagles on January 11. Standing at 6-foot-4 and weighing 250 pounds, Kittle is optimistic about his chances of playing in the upcoming match.
ESPN's Adam Schefter reported on August 31 that Kittle is in good health and could feature in the game against the Rams in Australia. 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan stated that both Kittle and Nick Bosa will have a staggered training schedule for the next three days, ensuring they don't push themselves too hard. Kittle had initially suggested staying in the Bay Area if he wasn't expected to play, considering the long flight to Melbourne.
Shanahan hopes that the three practice sessions will provide a clear decision on Kittle's availability for the opener.
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