George Kittle Injury Update Revealed in New 49ers Rumors amid Uncertainty vs. Rams in NFL TNF Opener

George Kittle is reportedly trending toward playing in his team's season opener against the Los Angeles Rams on Sept. 10 in Australia.

ESPN's Adam Schefter reported Sunday the San Francisco 49ers tight end is expected to practice during the upcoming week as he continues to recover from the torn Achilles he suffered last season.

Schefter reported there is a "legitimate chance" Kittle will take the field against the division rivals.

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