Fantasy Player Profile
@SEA: #31 vs opposing TE - 15.23 FPA
| Rushing | Receiving | Fum | Fantasy | ||||
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| Wk | Opp | Yds | TD | Yds | TD | Lost | Pts |
| 1 | @TB, | - | - | 54 | - | - | 13.40 |
| 2 | @CIN, | - | - | 54 | - | - | 8.40 |
| 3 | PIT, | - | - | 57 | - | - | 11.70 |
| 4 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 5 | CLE, | 18 | - | 70 | 1 | - | 20.80 |
| 6 | @LA, | - | - | 103 | - | - | 18.30 |
| 7 | @WAS, | - | - | 38 | - | - | 6.80 |
| 8 | CAR, | - | - | 86 | - | - | 14.60 |
| 9 | @ARI, | - | - | 79 | 1 | - | 19.90 |
| 10 | SEA, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 11 | ARI, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 12 | GB, | - | - | 129 | 1 | - | 24.90 |
| 13 | @BAL, | -3 | - | 17 | - | - | 3.40 |
| 14 | @NO, | - | - | 67 | 1 | - | 18.70 |
| 15 | ATL, | - | - | 134 | - | - | 26.40 |
| 16 | LA, | - | - | 79 | 1 | - | 18.90 |
| 17 | @SEA, | 7 | - | 86 | - | - | 16.30 |
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Won't require offseason surgery
Kittle said Wednesday that he doesn't expect to undergo any offseason surgeries, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Kittle toughed it out through a number of injuries during the past season -- including a torn labrum in his right shoulder that's bothered him since the 2018 preseason -- but he anticipates requiring "just rehab" to get healthy this offseason. Coming off back-to-back years of at least 80 catches, 1,000 yards and five touchdowns, the 26-year-old tight end's priority will be getting back to 100 percent health in time to kick off the 2020 campaign. Kittle is expected to be a full participant in…read more
Published: Wed, Feb 5 at 12:17pm by Rotowire.com
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Held to four catches in SB LIV loss
Kittle caught four of seven targets for 36 yards during Sunday's 31-20 Super Bowl loss to the Chiefs.
Analysis: Kittle, who has played through a torn labrum in his right shoulder since the 2018 preseason, was held to a modest receiving line for the third time in as many playoff games. Over the 49ers' last three contests, the star tight end compiled just eight catches for 71 yards without a touchdown -- a shocking contrast compared to his regular-season production, as Kittle logged 85 catches for 1,053 yards and five touchdowns across 14 such games. The 26-year-old will benefit from a full offseason to…read more
Published: Sun, Feb 2 at 8:11pm by Rotowire.com
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Gutted through torn labrum
Kittle relayed during a recent podcast that he's played the past two seasons with a torn labrum in his right shoulder, Jeremy Bergman of NFL.com reports.
Analysis: Kittle opened preseason 2018 by separating his shoulder, which sidelined him for the rest of that exhibition season. However, he's avoided being listed on the injury report with 'shoulder' next to his name in the meantime and doesn't intend to have surgery to address it. Instead, Kittle tended to a myriad of other health concerns in the 2019 campaign, namely a lingering ankle issue that sidelined him Weeks 10 and 11. Despite the compromised health, he's totaled 173 catches (on 243 targets) for…read more
Published: Mon, Jan 27 at 5:21pm by Rotowire.com
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Just one catch
Kittle (ankle) caught his lone target for 19 yards in Sunday's 37-20 victory over Green Bay in the NFC Championship Game.
Analysis: Kittle was held out of practice until Thursday due to his lingering ankle injury, but it didn't appear to limit the star tight end in the run game, as he did his usual man-handling of defensive assignments to help Raheem Mostert rush for 220 yards and four scores. San Francisco threw the ball just eight times while playing with a big lead all game, resulting in the disappointing stat line from the 26-year-old. Kittle played through broken ribs for nearly the entire 2018 season, and he has been…read more
Published: Sun, Jan 19 at 8:26pm by Rotowire.com
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Officially gets in full practice
Kittle (ankle) officially was a full practice participant Thursday, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
Analysis: As expected, Kittle fit in every rep after sitting out Wednesday to tend to a lingering sore ankle. With his health not in question, he'll look to put together a similar showing in the NFC Championship Game to his 6-129-1 performance against the Packers from Week 12.
Published: Thu, Jan 16 at 2:17pm by Rotowire.com
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Will return to full practice
Kittle (ankle) will practice fully Thursday, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Coach Kyle Shanahan noted that Kittle's absence from practice Wednesday was simply a result of the tight end dealing with some ankle soreness. Kittle's return to a full session Thursday puts him firmly on track to play in Sunday's NFC Championship Game against the Packers.
Published: Thu, Jan 16 at 10:57am by Rotowire.com
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No practice Wednesday
Kittle was held out of practice Wednesday due to an ankle injury, David Lombardi of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Kittle broke a bone in his ankle Week 9 at Arizona, resulting in back-to-back absences. Upon his return Week 12, he's been his usual self in the offensive scheme, producing a 42-528-3 line on 55 targets across seven games. The tight end's sudden reappearance on the injury report along with his lack of practice activity Wednesday is somewhat worrisome, but the development also may be maintenance-related with the season on the line Sunday. His activity level Thursday and Friday will give a better…read more
Published: Wed, Jan 15 at 3:13pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited production in playoff win
Kittle had three catches (five targets) for 16 yards in Saturday's NFC divisional -round win over Minnesota.
Analysis: This was set to be a tough matchup for Kittle on paper, as the Vikings allowed the sixth-fewest fantasy points to opposing tight ends. Minnesota boasts fast and athletic 4-3 linebackers, it consistently doubled San Francisco's star tight end when he went out on routes. Coach Kyle Shanahan's run-heavy game plan (47 rushes to 19 pass attempts) also factored into the 26-year-old's reduced offensive opportunities. Both of the 49ers' potential opponents in the upcoming NFC Championship Game (Seattle…read more
Published: Sat, Jan 11 at 6:21pm by Rotowire.com
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Totals 93 yards in win
Kittle had seven catches for 86 yards and rushed once for seven yards in Sunday's 26-21 win over Seattle.
Analysis: Kittle paced all receiving options for either team by hauling in all seven of the balls thrown his way as the 49ers passed the ball with ease against a banged-up Seattle defense. The 86 yards put the 25-year-old over 1,000 receiving yards for the second consecutive season, and his five scores matched last year's output in two fewer games. Kittle's ankle injury that forced him to miss two games -- and never fully healed -- caused him to finish behind fellow stud tight end Travis Kelce in the…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 29 at 9:56pm by Rotowire.com
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Solid effort in Week 16 win
Kittle secured five of eight targets for 79 yards and a touchdown in the 49ers' 34-31 win over the Rams on Saturday.
Analysis: The Rams managed to do a good job on Kittle in the first half, but the star tight end made plenty of noise after halftime. Kittle ultimately paced the 49ers in receptions, receiving yardage and targets, and his seven-yard touchdown grab just past the halfway point of the fourth quarter erased a 28-24 deficit for San Francisco at the time. Kittle has four touchdown receptions in the last six games -- as well as a three-game streak of at least eight targets -- and he'll look to make an impact…read more
Published: Sat, Dec 21 at 9:07pm by Rotowire.com
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Dominates target share Week 15
Kittle hauled in 13 of 17 targets for 134 receiving yards during Sunday's 29-22 loss to the Falcons.
Analysis: After managing just eight catches for 84 yards in outings against Baltimore and New Orleans the past two weeks, Kittle commanded more than half of San Francisco's targets versus Atlanta and accounted for over 65 percent of the 49ers' receiving production. During his dominant Week 15 effort, Kittle also surpassed Mike Ditka for the most receiving yards by a tight end across his first three NFL seasons, per Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com. He remains an elite tight end play heading into a matchup…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 15 at 5:13pm by Rotowire.com
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Rumbles for 67 yards, TD
Kittle (knee/ankle) had six receptions (eight targets) for 67 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 48-46 win over New Orleans.
Analysis: Kittle was a limited participant in practice all week while dealing with lower body injuries, but his status for this important NFC showdown was never in doubt. The well-rounded tight end was asked to stay back and block for the majority of last week's contest against the Ravens -- who blitz more than any defense in the league -- but coach Kyle Shanahan allowed him to eat again on offense this week. The 26-year-old had another signature catch-and-run during the 49ers' final drive where he…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 8 at 2:34pm by Rotowire.com
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Removed from injury report
Kittle (knee/ankle) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game in New Orleans, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Kittle played through the same injury the past two weeks, logging a 79 percent snap share against the Packers and a 100 percent snap share against the Ravens. Given the importance of Sunday's game for NFC playoff seeding, the 49ers presumably intend for their star tight end to handle another large workload. Kittle was able to log limited practices throughout the week.
Published: Fri, Dec 6 at 12:03pm by Rotowire.com
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Another limited practice
Kittle (knee/ankle) practiced in a limited fashion Thursday, Jennifer Lee Chan of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
Analysis: The cap on Kittle's practice reps has continued this week, but there doesn't appear to be much worry about his availability for Week 14. Look for his status to clear up upon the release of Friday's injury report.
Published: Thu, Dec 5 at 1:17pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited in practice Wednesday
Kittle (knee/ankle) was a limited practice participant Wednesday, Jennifer Lee Chan of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
Analysis: Kittle seemingly will operate with some limitations in practice for the rest of the season as he attempts to play through a lingering left knee injury and a bone chip in his ankle. He'll have two more days in which to elevate to full participation, but even if he doesn't, he may ditch his designation by the release of Friday's injury report, as he did last week.
Published: Wed, Dec 4 at 1:49pm by Rotowire.com
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Held in check Sunday
Kittle (knee/ankle) caught two passes on four targets for 17 yards and lost three yards on his lone carry in Sunday's 20-17 loss to Baltimore.
Analysis: Kittle saw his usage drop drastically following a six-catch, 129-yard showing in Week 12. The superstar tight end was asked to stay back and block more than usual against a Ravens defense that rushes the passer more than any other team in the league (blitz packages on 48.1 percent of plays this season). There was no report of a flare-up with Kittle's lower-body injuries, so his lack of usage in the passing game appeared to have been matchup-based. Look for him to get more involved in a crucial…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 2 at 4:41am by Rotowire.com
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Good to go
Kittle (knee/ankle) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game in Baltimore, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.
Analysis: Reportedly dealing with a bone chip in his ankle, Kittle may have to deal with pain for the rest of the season, but the 49ers expect that he'll continue to play. He returned from a two-game absence with a bang, catching six passes for 129 yards and a touchdown last week against the Packers. Sunday's road matchup with the red-hot Ravens defense is far more challenging, but Kittle is a top-three fantasy option at tight end whenever he suits up.
Published: Fri, Nov 29 at 1:45pm by Rotowire.com
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Back at practice
Kittle (knee/ankle) returned to a limited practice Thursday, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
Analysis: Kittle sat out Wednesday's session, but his return to the field Thursday puts him on track to play Sunday against the Ravens. Friday's final injury report figures to reveal whether the tight end heads into the contest listed as questionable or minus a Week 13 injury designation.
Published: Thu, Nov 28 at 2:24pm by Rotowire.com
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Sits out practice Wednesday
Kittle (knee/ankle) won't take part in practice Wednesday, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Kittle didn't miss a beat in his return to action in Sunday's win over the Packers, turning his 38 offensive snaps into six catches (on six targets) for 129 yards and a touchdown. As coach Kyle Shanahan told Wagoner on Wednesday, the 49ers will move forward with a maintenance plan for Kittle's pair of health concerns, hence the lack of practice activity to begin Week 13 preparations. Expect Kittle's status to receive some clarity by the weekend, when the 49ers take on the Ravens.
Published: Wed, Nov 27 at 1:07pm by Rotowire.com
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Huge impact in return
Kittle (ankle) had six catches for 129 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 37-8 win over Green Bay.
Analysis: Kittle had missed the previous two games with an ankle injury that included a broken bone, and while he was unlikely at full strength, the star tight end stole the show offensively. The 26-year-old had been the 49ers' most-consistent receiver prior to going down to injury, and he put it all together Sunday with his first game of 100-plus receiving yards and a touchdown. Coach Kyle Shanahan mentioned the bone spur in his tight end's ankle after the game, stating that the injury is likely to…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 24 at 9:02pm by Rotowire.com
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Returning from two-game absence
Kittle (knee/ankle) is listed as active Sunday against the Packers.
Analysis: Adam Schefter of ESPN revealed Sunday morning that Kittle's ankle issue included a broken bone, which combined with his left knee concern sidelined him the last two games. Although Kittle is back in action, it wouldn't shock if he's more of a decoy or has a cap placed on his snap count by the coaching staff. No matter his workload, though, he's one of the most difficult covers in the NFL, regardless of position, and he gets to face a Packers defense that has given up 62.7 yards per game and…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 24 at 3:57pm by Rotowire.com
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Hopeful to return Sunday
Kittle (knee) feels healthy enough to play Sunday night versus the Packers, despite recovering from a broken bone in his ankle, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: All the talk has been about Kittle's left knee since he got injured Oct. 31 at Arizona and missed the next 49ers' two games, but the ankle issue lingered on the injury report without any mention. After practicing Thursday and Friday, albeit in a blue no-contact jersey, he was given a 'questionable' designation for Week 12 by coach Kyle Shanahan, who told Eric Branch of the San Francisco, "This week, I think with a normal person, I'd probably make him doubtful. But Kittle is different than most…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 24 at 7:22am by Rotowire.com
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Should be able to play
Kittle (knee/ankle) has a good shot to return for Sunday's game against the Packers, though he's still dealing with significant pain, Eric Branch of the San Francisco Chronicle reports. "This week, I think with a normal person, I'd probably make him doubtful," coach Kyle Shanahan said. "But Kittle is different than most people."
Analysis: The quote from Shanahan is interesting, as it creates optimism for Kittle's availability while also acknowledging that he still isn't healthy. The tight end was a limited practice participant Thursday and Friday, earning a 'questionable' designation on the final injury report after he was 'doubtful' (and didn't end up playing) the past two weeks. An 8:20 p.m. ET kickoff may be nerve-racking for fantasy managers, leaving just two games to choose a tight end from if Kittle is declared inactive.…read more
Published: Fri, Nov 22 at 3:31pm by Rotowire.com
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Deemed questionable for SNF
Kittle (knee/ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Packers, Matt Barrows of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: The same goes for wide receivers Emmanuel Sanders (ribs) and Deebo Samuel (shoulder), with each of the three sporting no-contact jerseys at Friday's practice. Kittle was a non-participant Wednesday after missing the past two games, but his ability to close out the week with back-to-back limited practices hints at a legitimate shot to return for the Sunday night battle between NFC heavyweights. Fantasy managers hoping for a return would be wise to have another option available from the primetime…read more
Published: Fri, Nov 22 at 1:44pm by Rotowire.com
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Notches limited practice Thursday
Kittle (knee/ankle) officially was a limited practice participant Thursday, Jennifer Lee Chan of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
Analysis: Kittle was seen wearing a blue non-contact jersey in the part of the session open the media, and his ensuing activity was enough to warrant a "limited" listing. The development marks the first indication that coach Kyle Shanahan's hopes for Kittle will come true this weekend (i.e. he returns to action). First, though, Kittle will have another chance to up the ante and potentially practice fully Friday, at which point the 49ers will hone in on a designation for Sunday's game against the Packers.
Published: Thu, Nov 21 at 3:06pm by Rotowire.com
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Practicing without contact Thursday
Kittle (knee/ankle) took part in drills during Thursday's practice while donning a blue no-contact jersey, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
Analysis: The 49ers won't reveal until after the session concludes whether Kittle's activity was enough to constitute a "limited" listing on the injury report, but the fact that the tight end wasn't relegated to a side field for rehab work indicates he's taken a step forward in his recovery from the left leg injury. Ideally, Kittle would take some form of contact in Friday's session to ease some of the concerns about his health, but his chances of suiting up Sunday against the Packers have seemingly…read more
Published: Thu, Nov 21 at 1:04pm by Rotowire.com
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Begins week with no practice
Coach Kyle Shanahan said Kittle (knee/ankle) won't take part in practice Wednesday, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.
Analysis: Speaking to the media Monday, Shanahan expressed hope that Kittle will end a two-game absence and suit up this weekend versus the Packers, according to Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area. While his inability to practice Wednesday isn't a great sign for his recovery efforts, Kittle still has two more chances to take the field and put to rest any questions about his availability. In the end, though, Friday's injury report may have the final word on his potential to suit up.
Published: Wed, Nov 20 at 12:44pm by Rotowire.com
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Aiming to be active Week 12
Coach Kyle Shanahan hopes to have Kittle (knee/ankle) available for Sunday's game against the Packers, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports. "He's missed two games now, and I know it will go down to the wire again this week," Shanahan said Monday. "But hoping this week will be different."
Analysis: The 49ers haven't addressed the nature of Kittle's knee and ankle injuries, but as mentioned by Shanahan, they've combined to keep him sidelined the past two contests. Kittle next has a chance to practice Wednesday, at which point the team will reveal whether or not he takes the field.
Published: Mon, Nov 18 at 5:06pm by Rotowire.com
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Sitting again Sunday
Kittle (knee) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Cardinals, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
Analysis: Kittle will log a second consecutive DNP as a result of his knee injury. There's no end in sight to his recovery, but his next opportunity to attempt to return arrives next Sunday night against the Packers. In Kittle's place, the 49ers will send out tight end Ross Dwelley, who was targeted seven times while earning 91 percent of the snaps on offense Week 10.
Published: Sun, Nov 17 at 11:38am by Rotowire.com
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Reportedly won't play Sunday
Kittle (knee), who is listed as doubtful on the 49ers' official injury report, won't play Sunday against the Cardinals, a source told Adam Schefter of ESPN.
Analysis: Kittle was listed as doubtful ahead of Monday's overtime loss to the Seahawks and didn't play, so it's not a surprise that he'll be due for another absence while retaining the same designation for Week 11. Ross Dwelley, who played 93 percent of the offensive snaps and drew seven targets against the Seahawks, is expected to serve as the primary replacement for Kittle at tight end.
Published: Sat, Nov 16 at 11:35pm by Rotowire.com
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Listed as doubtful again
Kittle (knee) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Cardinals, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.
Analysis: Kittle had the same designation last week, ultimately looking on from a press box as the 49ers lost an overtime thriller to the Seahawks. His continued absence from practice throughout the week points toward another missed game, though he at least was spotted Friday doing some form of a workout on a side field. Ross Dwelley drew seven targets and handled a 93 percent snap share in Monday's loss, and Garrett Celek may be ready for a larger role in his second week off the PUP list. The 49ers and…read more
Published: Fri, Nov 15 at 1:35pm by Rotowire.com
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Works out on rehab field
Kittle (knee) wasn't participating in Friday's practice and was instead spotted working out on a side field in sweats, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
Analysis: The 49ers will provide official word on Kittle's status for Week 11 against the Cardinals after Friday's practice, but the tight end is probably looking at a "doubtful" designation, at best. Assuming Kittle ultimately misses a second straight contest, Ross Dwelley and Garrett Celek (back) will lead the 49ers' tight end ranks.
Published: Fri, Nov 15 at 1:14pm by Rotowire.com
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Spectator in practice again
Kittle (knee) wasn't present Thursday for the 49ers' practice session, Matt Barrows of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Coach Kyle Shanahan has thus far resisted ruling Kittle out for a second straight game this weekend versus Arizona, but at this stage, it would be a major surprise if the tight end received clearance to play. Kittle's expected absence sets the stage for Ross Dwelley to play a major role once again in Week 11 after the second-year player logged 80 of a possible 88 offensive snaps in Monday's loss to the Seahawks, finishing the night with three catches for 24 yards on seven targets.
Published: Thu, Nov 14 at 12:56pm by Rotowire.com
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Not ruled out yet
The 49ers haven't officially ruled out Kittle (knee) for Sunday's contest against the Cardinals, Matt Barrows of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Coach Kyle Shanahan crossed some wires when talking to the Arizona media Wednesday, indicating that he ruled out Kittle, per Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site. Shanahan later clarified his words, stating the 49ers need to prepare as if Kittle won't suit up this weekend. Kittle thus seems likely to miss a second game in a row, giving Ross Dwelley another shot to serve as the 49ers' primary tight end.
Published: Wed, Nov 13 at 5:17pm by Rotowire.com
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Will be sidelined Sunday
Coach Kyle Shanahan ruled out Kittle (knee/ankle) for Sunday's game against the Cardinals, Darren Urban of the team's official site reports.
Analysis: Shortly after noting Kittle didn't practice Wednesday, Shanahan made the decision on the tight end's Week 11 availability. Kittle thus will focus on getting his left knee and ankle right while the 49ers turn to Ross Dwelley as their primary tight end. Dwelley aside, Garrett Celek and Levine Toilolo also should play bit parts in the offense.
Published: Wed, Nov 13 at 4:35pm by Rotowire.com
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No practice reps Wednesday
Kittle (knee/ankle) didn't participate in Wednesday's practice, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.
Analysis: On Tuesday, coach Kyle Shanahan expressed "hope" regarding Kittle's odds to return for the 49ers' Week 11 matchup with the Cardinals. One day later, Kittle was unable to practice for the first time since injuring his left knee Oct. 31, which interestingly enough happened in Arizona. The team will release two more injury reports this week, at which point he'll get a designation for Sunday's game.
Published: Wed, Nov 13 at 4:25pm by Rotowire.com
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Will make effort to return Sunday
Coach Kyle Shanahan expressed hope that Kittle (knee/ankle) will make enough progress this week to return Sunday against the Cardinals, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.
Analysis: Kittle failed to practice at all last week due to knee and ankle injuries, resulting in the second absence of his three-year career. While there seems to be some optimism surrounding the tight end, Shanahan also called Kittle's health concerns "much bigger" than kicker Robbie Gould's quadriceps issue, per Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area. Shanahan won't rule Kittle out yet due to his propensity to play through injuries, but he'll help his own cause by getting on the practice field in some…read more
Published: Tue, Nov 12 at 2:32pm by Rotowire.com
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Unavailable Monday, as expected
Kittle (knee/ankle) is inactive for Monday's game against the Seahawks.
Analysis: Kittle played through a knee injury during the 49ers' Week 9 victory at Arizona, and while the results of an ensuing MRI haven't been made public, he was unable to practice in any capacity in advance of this contest. The 49ers thus are taking a cautious approach with Kittle, who will yield tight end reps to Ross Dwelley, Garret Celek and Levine Toilolo.
Published: Mon, Nov 11 at 3:47pm by Rotowire.com
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Listed as doubtful
Kittle (knee/ankle) is listed as doubtful for Monday's prime-time contest against the Seahawks, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Unable to practice all week, it seems more and more likely Kittle will be unavailable for the 49ers' pivotal Monday night divisional matchup against the Seahawks, with Saturday's designation essentially confirming the bad news. Ross Dwelley is the only healthy tight end on the 49ers' roster at the moment, as Levine Toilolo is also listed as questionable with a groin injury.
Published: Sat, Nov 9 at 1:40pm by Rotowire.com
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Not spotted at practice
Kittle (knee/ankle) was not spotted on the field Saturday during the practice portion open to reporters, John Glennon of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: This continues to be a worrying trend for Kittle's fantasy owners, as the talented tight end has been unable to practice at any point this week. More information regarding Kittle's availability Monday should come following the release of the team's official practice report later Saturday evening.
Published: Sat, Nov 9 at 12:21pm by Rotowire.com
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Not seen at practice
Kittle (knee/ankle) isn't practicing Friday, Matt Barrows of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Kittle also was held out of practice Thursday, with coach Kyle Shanahan saying he expects the tight end to be a game-time decision for Monday's matchup with the Seahawks. A return to practice Saturday would be a step in the right direction, but a decision still isn't likely to come before Monday. Ross Dwelley would be the 49ers' best bet for tight-end targets if Kittle ends up inactive. On the other side of the game, Seattle's Jacob Hollister is coming off a six-target, two-TD performance in…read more
Published: Fri, Nov 8 at 12:44pm by Rotowire.com
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Trending toward game-time call
Kittle (knee/ankle) won't practice Thursday, with coach Kyle Shanahan saying that the tight end likely will be a game-time decision for Monday's contest against the Seahawks, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: A matchup with the second-place team in the NFC West might encourage an aggressive approach, but it probably isn't a great sign that Shanahan already is talking about a game-time decision. Kittle played through a knee injury in last Thursday's 28-25 win over the Cardinals, catching six of eight targets for 79 yards and a touchdown despite getting hurt on the first snap of the game. An MRI the following day brought good news, but the addition of an ankle injury is a complicating factor. If…read more
Published: Thu, Nov 7 at 12:37pm by Rotowire.com
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Not practicing Tuesday
Kittle (knee) wasn't spotted on the field at Tuesday's practice, Matt Barrows of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: The 49ers won't release their first injury report of Week 10 until Thursday, but if his lack of activity Tuesday was any indication, Kittle may begin the week as a non-participant in practice. That doesn't come as a major surprise after Kittle was sent in for a precautionary MRI following a Week 9 win over Arizona, during which he played through a left knee injury. San Francisco remains optimistic that Kittle will be ready to go for Monday night's matchup with Seattle, but he'll need to show…read more
Published: Tue, Nov 5 at 1:00pm by Rotowire.com
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Gets good news from MRI
Kittle (knee) said Friday he avoided a serious injury, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Kittle apparently got good news from the MRI he required after playing through a knee injury for the entirety of Thursday's 28-25 win over the Cardinals. He hurt his knee on the 49ers' first offensive snap, yet finished with six catches for 79 yards and a touchdown on eight targets. Kittle saw his snap share drop to 69 percent, so the injury wasn't a total non-factor. He'll have some extra time to recover before the 49ers face the Seahawks in Week 10 on Monday Night Football.
Published: Fri, Nov 1 at 12:22pm by Rotowire.com
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Getting MRI on knee
Coach Kyle Shanahan confirmed that Kittle would be sent in for an MRI on Friday after the tight end suffered an apparent left knee injury in Thursday's 28-25 win over the Cardinals, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: According to Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area, Kittle picked up the injury on the 49ers' first offensive snap of the game, when the helmet of linebacker Chandler Jones struck Kittle's knee. Kittle briefly exited to receive treatment but returned to finish the night with six catches for 79 yards and a touchdown on eight targets across 51 snaps. The results of the MRI are expected to be released later Friday, but Shanahan relayed that he "feels pretty good" about Kittle's chances of playing in…read more
Published: Fri, Nov 1 at 10:15am by Rotowire.com
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Finds end zone in win
Kittle secured six of eight targets for 79 yards and a touchdown in the 49ers' 28-25 win over the Cardinals on Thursday.
Analysis: The talented tight end got into the end zone for only the second time all season officially, although he's had multiple scores called back by penalty. Following a scary looking hit to his lower body that caused him to leave the game briefly, Kittle went in from 30 yards out late in the first quarter to answer an early Cardinals touchdown, and he posted his third-highest yardage total of the campaign overall. Kittle has back-to-back six-catch efforts as well, and he'll look to stay hot against…read more
Published: Thu, Oct 31 at 9:40pm by Rotowire.com
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Leads team in receiving
Kittle caught six of seven targets for a team-high 86 yards in Sunday's 51-13 rout of the Panthers.
Analysis: He led the Niners in receiving, and he could have had an even bigger performance if a Deebo Samuel offensive pass interference penalty hadn't wiped out Kittle's second-quarter TD. The addition of Emmanuel Sanders didn't have an impact on Kittle's role in the passing game -- his seven targets led the team, and accounted for nearly a third of Jimmy Garoppolo's attempts. The third-year superstar could be primed for huge numbers next week against a Cardinals defense that has struggled to contain…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 27 at 6:45pm by Rotowire.com
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Ready to play
Kittle (groin) has been cleared to play in Sunday's game against the Panthers, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.
Analysis: Kittle played through the same groin injury the past two weeks, logging 83 and 95 percent of offensive snaps in those contests. He should be fine for his usual role Sunday, but he'll have to contend with a stout Carolina pass defense.
Published: Fri, Oct 25 at 1:42pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited in practice Thursday
Kittle (groin) was a limited practice participant Thursday, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: A groin issue has impacted Kittle's practice reps the past three weeks, so the cap in his reps likely is for maintenance purposes more than anything. In two contests with the injury in tow, he's totaled 11 catches (on 13 targets) for 141 yards. He'll attempt to bounce back Sunday against the Panthers' seventh-ranked pass defense (225 yards per game).
Published: Thu, Oct 24 at 4:53pm by Rotowire.com
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Set for limited practice
Kittle (groin) will be limited in Wednesday's practice, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.
Analysis: Kittle entered Sunday's win over Washington nursing a groin injury, so it's likely that Wednesday's limited practice is simply a result of rep management. He managed to play through the issue during the 49ers' last two contests. The tight end's situation will be worth monitoring as Week 8's tilt against the Panthers draws closer.
Published: Wed, Oct 23 at 12:50pm by Rotowire.com
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Quiet in win
Kittle caught three of five targets for 38 yards and carried the ball twice for zero yards in Sunday's 9-0 win over Washington.
Analysis: Both passing games sputtered on a wet afternoon and muddy track, and Kittle's best chance of making a fantasy splash came when he got a carry on a jet sweep at the goal line, only for the tight end to slip when he tried to turn upfield. The 38 receiving yards were a season low for Kittle, and he'll look to rebound in Week 8 against a Panthers defense that's given up the eighth-fewest yards in the league to TEs.
Published: Sun, Oct 20 at 2:07pm by Rotowire.com
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Cleared to play Sunday
Kittle (groin) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against Washington, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.
Analysis: Kittle played through the same injury last week, catching eight passes for 103 yards in a 20-7 win over the Rams. He'll now face a Washington defense that's given up the 10th-most receiving yards (337) to tight ends.
Published: Fri, Oct 18 at 2:08pm by Rotowire.com
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Listed as limited Thursday
Kittle (groin) was a limited practice participant Thursday, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Moving on from Wednesday's DNP, Kittle has put himself on a path to suit up Week 7. Friday's injury report will disclose his potential availability for Sunday's contest at Washington, where he'll be looking to build upon his 8-103-0 line from a Week 6 win against the Rams.
Published: Thu, Oct 17 at 4:06pm by Rotowire.com
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Set to practice
Kittle (groin) is slated to participate in Thursday's practice, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.
Analysis: Thursday's injury report will reveal the extent of Kittle's participation, but even a limited showing would still put the tight end in a decent position for Sunday's game against the Redskins. Though he was termed as a game-time call with the groin issue heading into last weekend, Kittle suited up and finished with a season-high eight receptions for 103 yards in the 49ers' resounding win over the Rams.
Published: Thu, Oct 17 at 2:46pm by Rotowire.com
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Groin injury lingers
Kittle was held out of Wednesday's practice due to a groin injury, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Despite being a game-time call with the same health concern this past Sunday versus the Rams, Kittle was active and gathered in all eight passes directed his way for 103 yards. Wednesday's DNP may be a precautionary measure, but the tight end's situation still should be monitored closely as the weekend draws closer.
Published: Wed, Oct 16 at 3:26pm by Rotowire.com
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Not on practice field Wednesday
Kittle (undisclosed) didn't take part in the portion of Wednesday's practice open to the media, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.
Analysis: Kittle popped up on the practice report last Friday as a limited participant due to a groin injury, inducing a questionable designation for a Week 6 matchup with the Rams. He proceeded to suit up and play 83 percent of the offensive snaps this past Sunday en route to his first 100-yard game of the season. Wednesday's report will reveal what's ailing Kittle as well as his activity level.
Published: Wed, Oct 16 at 1:57pm by Rotowire.com
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Records 103 receiving yards
Kittle caught all eight of his targets for 103 yards during Sunday's 20-7 win over the Rams.
Analysis: Kittle led the team in targets, catches and receiving yards while topping the 100-yard mark for the first time this season. His long gain of 45 yards was also his longest of the campaign and he's now somewhat quietly on pace to exceed 1,000 for the season after a slow start by his standards. Kittle still has just one touchdown to his name after five contests, but that could change in next Sunday's road matchup against a poor Redskins team.
Published: Sun, Oct 13 at 5:34pm by Rotowire.com
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Active in Week 6
Kittle (groin) is active for Sunday's Week 6 tilt against the Rams, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: This confirms early Sunday reports that Kittle would suit up in the big NFC West divisional clash. There are questions about whether the star tight end will be able to withstand a regular workload, with a combination of game flow and Kittle's own stamina set to serve as the ultimate determinant in that regard.
Published: Sun, Oct 13 at 11:42am by Rotowire.com
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Likely to play, but stamina concern
Kittle (groin), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Rams, is expected to play but there's some concern about whether he'll be able to finish the contest, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Kittle was added to the injury report Friday with a groin issue and he may be a true game-time decision. Fantasy managers will want to check his status closely before Sunday's 4:05 p.m. EDT kickoff as a result. Even if he suits up, Kittle may not make for an optimal lineup option in DFS contests, given the concern that his snap count could be more limited than usual.
Published: Sat, Oct 12 at 11:21pm by Rotowire.com
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Dealing with groin injury
Kittle was added to the injury report Friday with a groin issue, leaving him questionable for Sunday's game against the Rams, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
Analysis: Coach Kyle Shanahan expects the tight end to play, but unfortunate timing at the end of the week suggests it could come down to a game-time decision before Sunday's 4:05 p.m. ET kickoff. Should Kittle end up missing the divisional showdown, Ross Dwelley and Levine Toilolo would take on more snaps at tight end, while the team's wide receivers and running backs would be tasked with larger shares of the pass-catching workload. Kittle has accounted for 25 percent of the 49ers' targets this season,…read more
Published: Fri, Oct 11 at 1:31pm by Rotowire.com
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Scores first touchdown
Kittle caught six of eight targets for 70 yards and a touchdown in Monday night's 31-3 win over the Browns. He also rushed once for 18 yards.
Analysis: Kittle was quiet by his standards through San Francisco's first three games, but turned in his best performance thus far Monday. Along with leading the Niners across the board in receiving, he scored his first touchdown of the campaign on a 22-yard catch to start the third quarter. For good measure, he also added a first-down gain on the ground. On the back of that strong showing, Kittle will now look forward to facing a Rams defense he torched to the tune of 14 receptions for 247 yards and two…read more
Published: Mon, Oct 7 at 8:50pm by Rotowire.com
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Modest numbers in win
Kittle caught six of eight targets for 57 yards in Sunday's 24-20 win over the Steelers.
Analysis: The catches, yards and targets led all San Francisco receivers on the day, but most of Kittle's production came in the first half, making his final line a little disappointing. Eight different Niners caught passes in this one, and while the tight end remains Jimmy Garoppolo's most consistent option, he's not yet coming close to last year's pace due to the extra competition for targets.
Published: Sun, Sep 22 at 7:34pm by Rotowire.com
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Reduced usage against Bengals
Kittle pulled in all three of his targets for 54 yards in Sunday's 41-17 win over the Bengals.
Analysis: Kittle saw his usage take a big hit in this one, as Jimmy Garoppolo looked to his wideouts and running backs for production in a blowout win. The 25-year-old still posted decent yardage, most of which came on a big 36-yard gain in which the tight end stiff armed through two defenders before being brought down. Kittle remains a high-upside tight end due to his tremendous athleticism, but if the rest of the 49ers' offensive units continue to click like they did Sunday, then they may not need to…read more
Published: Mon, Sep 16 at 12:45am by Rotowire.com
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Busy day in opener
Kittle brought in eight of 10 targets for 54 yards in the 49ers' 31-17 win over the Buccaneers on Sunday.
Analysis: The final line indicates Kittle failed to find the end zone, but he actually saw eight- and 22-yard touchdown receptions nullified by penalty in the first and second quarters, respectively. The third-year tight end also paced the 49ers in receptions, receiving yardage and targets on the afternoon, validating the ample fantasy-related hype he was the subject of leading into the regular season. While Kittle's yardage total was relatively underwhelming, his line would naturally have looked…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 8 at 5:18pm by Rotowire.com
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Headed for smaller snap counts?
General manger John Lynch suggested Kittle could play fewer snaps this season, Eric Branch of The San Francisco Chronicle reports. "A stated goal of ours this year was to have some people around (Kittle) such that we could take some off him," said Lynch. "George is a great player. And you can run into 'Let's have him out there every single play of the season.'"
Analysis: Lynch made his comments in the context of the 49ers keeping four tight ends on their initial 53-man roster. Ross Dwelley, Levine Toilolo and Kaden Smith aren't serious threats to Kittle's target volume, but they might allow the team to take its superstar tight end off the field a bit more often. Kittle played 88 percent of the snaps on offense last season, including four games with a share above 95 percent in the final seven weeks. Any reduction in playing time won't be drastic, as NFL teams…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 1 at 8:06am by Rotowire.com
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Back at practice
Kittle (calf) returned to practice Monday, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
Analysis: Kittle sat two consecutive preseason tilts due to calf tightness but now appears back to full health. It's likely that the 49ers were simply taking a cautious approach to Kittle's recovery, given his status as the team's top receiving option. The third-year tight end is on track to suit up Week 1.
Published: Mon, Aug 26 at 2:33pm by Rotowire.com
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Logging another DNP
Kittle isn't expected to play in Saturday's preseason game in Kansas City, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
Analysis: Kittle has been tending to calf tightness for the better part of the past two weeks, but with his return to practice Thursday, there was a sliver of hope he'd make his first appearance of exhibition season. Instead, the 49ers will exercise caution with the team's top pass catcher. After this decision, Kittle won't be in consideration for game action before Week 1, when the 49ers make a visit to Tampa Bay.
Published: Sat, Aug 24 at 3:51pm by Rotowire.com
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Back at practice
Kittle (calf) returned to practice Thursday, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.
Analysis: It looked like Kittle might sit this one out, but he's back on the field after missing some time with calf tightness. For his part, the tight end noted Thursday that he has no doubt he'll be ready for Week 1 action. On the heels of an 88-catch, 1,377-yard effort last season, Kittle profiles as a top-flight fantasy TE, in an elite tier that also includes Travis Kelce and Zach Ertz.
Published: Thu, Aug 22 at 2:25pm by Rotowire.com
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Sidelined with calf tightness
Kittle (calf) isn't expected to practice Thursday, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Initially deemed day-to-day with calf tightness, Kittle has been absent from practice for more than a week, also sitting out Monday's preseason win over the Broncos. There hasn't been any suggestion of his Week 1 availability being in danger, but he'll likely miss Saturday's exhibition matchup with the Rams.
Published: Thu, Aug 22 at 1:37pm by Rotowire.com
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Won't play Monday
Kittle (calf) isn't slated to play in Monday's preseason game against the Broncos, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
Analysis: Kittle remains day-to-day with calf tightness, though the report notes that if this were the regular season, the tight end could play. Kittle's next chance to suit up for a game will arrive this coming Saturday against the Chiefs.
Published: Mon, Aug 19 at 10:23am by Rotowire.com
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Day-to-day with calf tightness
Kittle is viewed as day-to-day with calf tightness, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Kittle wasn't able to practice Tuesday, and his absence will extend at least another day. So far, there's been nothing to suggest that his calf issue is anything major, but it could impact his chances of suiting up for Monday's preseason game against the Broncos.
Published: Wed, Aug 14 at 12:36pm by Rotowire.com
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Dealing with calf issue
Kittle, who is experiencing calf tightness, will not practice Tuesday, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
Analysis: The 49ers' next preseason game isn't until Monday, so the tight end could bounce back in time to suit up for that contest. For now, we'll consider Kittle day-to-day.
Published: Tue, Aug 13 at 11:01am by Rotowire.com
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Not suiting up Saturday
Kittle isn't expected to play in Saturday's preseason game versus the Cowboys, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury Newsn reports.
Analysis: The vast majority of expected starters are taking a seat, Kittle among them. The approach is a prudent one after the tight end admitted to playing through injuries, including broken ribs, during his 2018 breakout and also dealing with a minor hip issue in the offseason. Kittle was equally successful with every 49ers quarterback last season, so he shouldn't miss a beat with Jimmy Garoppolo (knee) slated to be on the field Week 1 and beyond.
Published: Sat, Aug 10 at 5:46pm by Rotowire.com
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Healthy in camp
Kittle has been a full participant in camp after recovering from a minor hip injury.
Analysis: Kittle dealt with several injuries last season, and even admitted to playing through broken ribs during his incredible breakout campaign in 2018. After overcoming this minor hip injury, the 25-year-old appears to be healthy heading toward the regular season. To further ease fantasy owners' thoughts, Kittle was caught making a leaping 20-yard touchdown catch from Jimmy Garoppolo during Saturday's 11-on-11 practice.
Published: Sun, Aug 4 at 3:53am by Rotowire.com
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Missing practice with hip injury
Kittle isn't participating in minicamp drills Wednesday due to hip tightness, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.
Analysis: Kittle's injury isn't believed to be anything major, as the tight end was able to practice through the issue Tuesday, per Matt Barrows of The Athletic. It wouldn't be a huge surprise if Kittle gets Thursday off as well.
Published: Wed, Jun 12 at 12:51pm by Rotowire.com
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Bouncing back from rib issue
The injury that Kittle sustained in Week 9 of the 2018 season was described as fractured rib cartilage by Brian Witt of NBC Sports Bay Area.
Analysis: It's an issue that came to light following the conclusion of the campaign, at which time Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com relayed that the tight end played most of the second half of the season with a cracked rib. Regardless of the exact injury terminology used, Kittle's 88-catch, 1,377-yard season looks even more impressive when considering the discomfort he worked through beyond Week 9. Following the retirement of Rob Gronkowski, Kittle approaches the coming season as one of fantasy's elite tight…read more
Published: Thu, Apr 18 at 9:39am by Rotowire.com
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Dominates with cracked rib
Kittle spent part of his record-breaking season playing with a cracked rib, an injury he initially suffered Week 9 against the Raiders, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The 49ers listed Kittle with a chest injury the following week, limiting him to non-contact work in practice before he posted a 9-83-0 receiving line against the Giants. He returned to full participation after a Week 11 bye and ultimately finished his second pro season with an NFL record for receiving yards (1,377) by a tight end. Kittle only scored five times on 88 catches, but his marks of 15.6 yards per catch and 10.1 per target were remarkable by positional standards. It's possible his best…read more
Published: Tue, Jan 1 at 12:34pm by Rotowire.com
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Sets TE receiving record
Kittle caught nine of 14 targets for 149 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's loss to the Rams and set an NFL single-season record for receiving yards by a tight end with 1,377 yards.
Analysis: Kansas City tight end Travis Kelce broke the previous record earlier in the afternoon, but Kittle's 43-yard touchdown reception in the fourth quarter allowed him to exceed that mark. The 25-year-old was a breakout performer despite spending most of the season receiving passes from C.J. Beathard and Nick Mullens after Jimmy Garoppolo tore his ACL in Week 3. Kittle ended up with 88 receptions and five TDs on 136 targets, so he will undoubtedly enter 2019 as one of the top fantasy targets at tight…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 30 at 5:32pm by Rotowire.com
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Leads team in receiving
Kittle caught seven passes for 74 yards in the 49ers' Week 16 loss to the Bears.
Analysis: With the 49ers trailing for much of the second half, they were forced to throw the ball frequently, resulting in Kittle leading the team with 12 targets. His performance could've been better, but when he was open for a potential touchdown in the end zone, a defender grabbed his arm, keeping him from securing the pass. Despite a number of difficult matchups, he's only been held to fewer than 50 yards once over his last nine games.
Published: Sun, Dec 23 at 4:55pm by Rotowire.com
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Contained by Seahawks defense
Kittle caught three of eight targets for 51 receiving yards during Sunday's 26-23 overtime win against Seattle.
Analysis: Kittle has blossomed in his second season out of Iowa, entering Sunday just 117 yards behind Travis Kelce for the league lead at the position. Seattle has excelled at defending tight ends all year -- ranking fourth-best in catches and receiving yards allowed. That trend persisted in Week 15, as Kittle was contained to his second-lowest receiving output since Oct. 15, and his fewest number of receptions since Week 2. The fantasy playoff slate doesn't get any easier for those who have been…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 16 at 4:56pm by Rotowire.com
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Record-setting performance in win
Kittle brought in seven of nine targets for 210 yards and a touchdown in the 49ers' 20-14 win over the Broncos on Sunday.
Analysis: Kittle enjoyed arguably the most spectacular half of football for any tight end in NFL history, and he became the first 49er at his position to ever reach the 1,000-yard mark on the season. Additionally, he fell just five yards short of eclipsing Shannon Sharpe's NFL single-game record for receiving yards by a tight end. The second-year pro notched an 85-yard touchdown reception in the second quarter, putting his game-breaking speed on display downfield. The 25-year-old has seen no fewer than…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 9 at 5:47pm by Rotowire.com
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Makes six grabs in loss
Kittle caught six of nine passing attempts for 70 yards in Sunday's 43-16 loss to the Seahawks.
Analysis: Kittle tied for the team lead in targets but finished third in receiving yards in the contest, as Dante Pettis and Jeff Wilson both had big games. The Iowa product was also held out of the end zone for the third straight game, matching his longest drought of the year. Nevertheless, Kittle remains a top-tier tight end and will look to break that streak with a nice Week 14 matchup at home against Denver.
Published: Sun, Dec 2 at 6:06pm by Rotowire.com
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Downturn in production during loss
Kittle brought in six of 12 targets for 48 yards in the 49ers' 27-9 loss to the Buccaneers on Sunday.
Analysis: Kittle padded his line some in the second half, but his overall production had to be considered somewhat of a disappointment considering the 49ers were missing both Marquise Goodwin (personal) and Pierre Garcon (knee). The second-year tight end's reception total did lead the team on the afternoon, and it equaled his second-highest tally of the season. Kittle will look to up his numbers in a Week 13 matchup against the Seahawks.
Published: Sun, Nov 25 at 1:55pm by Rotowire.com
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Catches nine passes in loss
Kittle caught nine of 10 targets for 83 yards in Monday night's 27-23 loss to the Giants.
Analysis: Kittle was clearly quarterback Nick Mullens' security blanket, hauling in just about everything thrown his way. In doing so, he led the Niners in all the major receiving categories, which has become a foregone conclusion over the course of this season. With at least 75 yards in seven (of 10) outings thus far, Kittle will now use San Francisco's bye to help his prior chest contusion heal before facing Tampa Bay in Week 12.
Published: Mon, Nov 12 at 9:06pm by Rotowire.com
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Avoids injury designation for Week 10
Kittle (chest) doesn't carry an injury designation into Monday's game against the Giants.
Analysis: Kittle's status was never really in jeopardy despite him donning a non-contact jersey in every practice this week, as the 49ers have simply been trying to preserve the health of one of their few remaining consistent weapons in the passing game. The tight end has been one of the top fantasy options at his position this season, corralling 41 of 61 targets for 692 yards and three scores through nine games.
Published: Sat, Nov 10 at 2:24pm by Rotowire.com
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Wears non-contact jersey for third-straight day
Kittle (chest) wore a non-contact jersey for the third straight day at practice Saturday, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.
Analysis: Inman suggests Kittle is still expected to play Monday against the Giants despite donning the aforementioned apparel, but an official injury designation later in the day should provide some clarification on the tight end's status moving forward. Garrett Celek, who missed Thursday's practice due to non-injury related reasons, would stand to see a significant rise in snaps in the event Kittle misses any time.
Published: Sat, Nov 10 at 12:34pm by Rotowire.com
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Remains limited at practice
Kittle (chest) was a limited participant at Friday's practice, wearing a non-contact jersey for the second straight day, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Kittle reportedly is just dealing with a chest contusion, though it's apparently enough of an issue to impact his practice schedule on a long week following a Thursday game. He nonetheless seems to be on track for Monday's game against the Giants, even if he's once again limited when the Niners practice Saturday. Garrett Celek would be positioned for an expanded pass-catching role if Kittle were to suffer a setback before Monday.
Published: Fri, Nov 9 at 3:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Wears non-contact jersey Thursday
Kittle (chest) wore a blue non-contact jersey during his limited practice Thursday, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.
Analysis: A chest contusion is to blame for the cap on Kittle's practice reps this week, but the concern isn't expected to impact his availability for Monday's contest against the Giants. Assuming he ditches the designation prior to the game, he'll seek to build upon his 41-692-3 line from the first nine outings of the campaign.
Published: Thu, Nov 8 at 3:39pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited by chest injury
Kittle (chest) was a limited participant at Thursday's practice, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.
Analysis: Kittle has tended to shoulder and knee injuries already this season but hasn't missed any game action as a result. With extra time to prepare for the 49ers' Week 10 matchup with the Giants, there isn't much worry about Kittle toughing out the chest concern and suiting up Monday. In his second season, Kittle ranks third behind Travis Kelce and Zach Ertz in receiving yards per game (76.9) among NFL tight ends, making him a must-start on a weekly basis.
Published: Thu, Nov 8 at 12:45pm by Rotowire.com
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Eclipses century mark in Week 9 win
Kittle brought in all four of his targets for 108 yards and a touchdown in the 49ers' 34-3 win over the Raiders on Thursday.
Analysis: Kittle displayed the same level of rapport with rookie Nick Mullens that he's often flashed with the 49ers' other quarterbacks, logging team highs in both receptions and receiving yards on the night. It was the 25-year-old's second 100-yard effort of the season, and he's brought in all three of his touchdowns over the last six games. Kittle is undeniably one of the 49ers air attack's most consistent and potent components, and he'll look to continue demonstrating as much versus the Giants in a…read more
Published: Thu, Nov 1 at 8:45pm by Rotowire.com
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- Every explosive play by the 49ers' offense on 'SNF' | Week 17Sun, Dec 29 at 9:20pm
Take a look at the San Francisco 49ers most explosive offensive plays as the team clinched the NFC West title in Week 17 against the Seattle Seahawks.
- K.J. Wright buries George Kittle in the backfield for big lossSun, Dec 29 at 7:06pm
Seattle Seahawks linebacker K.J. Wright buries George Kittle in the backfield for big loss.
- George Kittle makes phenomenal fingertip grab to move the chainsSun, Dec 29 at 6:49pm
San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle makes phenomenal fingertip grab to move the chains.
- George Kittle finds space in Seahawks' zone defense for 26 yardsSun, Dec 29 at 6:20pm
San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle finds space in Seahawks' zone defense for 26 yards.
- George Kittle is left wide open for 36-yard catch and runSun, Dec 22 at 6:17am
San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle gets wide open for a 36-yard pickup against the Los Angeles Rams.
- Jimmy G buys time for third-down TD laser to George KittleSat, Dec 21 at 9:04pm
San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle hauls in a 7-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo against the Los Angeles Rams.
- Every George Kittle catch from 134-yard game | Week 15Sun, Dec 15 at 5:14pm
Watch every catch made by San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle in his Week 15 matchup versus the Atlanta Falcons.