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Bye Week11Rank54Season Proj. Pts221.42ADP21.97% Owned99.8
2019 Fantasy Stats
   PassingRushingReceivingRetMiscFumFantasy
WkOppResultsYdsTDIntYdsTDRecYdsTDTDFumTD2PTLostPts
1@TB
Win, 31-17
-----854-----13.40
2@CIN
Win, 41-17
-----354-----8.40
3PIT
Win, 24-20
-----657-----11.70
4Bye  ------------0.00
5CLE
Win, 31-3
---18-6701----20.80
6@LA
Win, 20-7
-----8103-----18.30
7@WAS
Win, 9-0
-----338-----6.80
8CAR
Win, 51-13
-----686-----14.60
9@ARI
Win, 28-25
-----6791----19.90
10SEA
Loss, 24-27
------------0.00
11ARI
Win, 36-26
------------0.00
12GB
Win, 37-8
-----61291----24.90
13@BAL
Loss, 17-20
----3-217-----3.40
14@NO
Win, 48-46
-----6671----18.70
15ATL
Loss, 22-29
-----13134-----26.40
16LA
Win, 34-31
-----5791----18.90
17@SEA
Win, 26-21
---7-786-----16.30
2020 Fantasy Stats
   PassingRushingReceivingRetMiscFumFantasy
WkOppResultsYdsTDIntYdsTDRecYdsTDTDFumTD2PTLostPts
1ARI
Sun 1:25 pmGet Tickets
------------0.00
2@NYJ
Sun 10:00 amGet Tickets
------------0.00
3@NYG
Sun 10:00 amGet Tickets
------------0.00
4PHI
Sun 5:20 pmGet Tickets
------------0.00
5MIA
Sun 1:05 pmGet Tickets
------------0.00
6LA
Sun 5:20 pmGet Tickets
------------0.00
7@NE
Sun 1:25 pmGet Tickets
------------0.00
8@SEA
Sun 1:25 pmGet Tickets
------------0.00
9GB
Thu 5:20 pmGet Tickets
------------0.00
10@NO
Sun 1:25 pmGet Tickets
------------0.00
11Bye  ------------0.00
12@LA
Sun 1:05 pmGet Tickets
------------0.00
13BUF
Mon 5:15 pmGet Tickets
------------0.00
14WAS
Sun 1:25 pmGet Tickets
------------0.00
15@DAL
Sun 5:20 pmGet Tickets
------------0.00
16@ARI
TBDGet Tickets
------------0.00
17SEA
Sun 1:25 pmGet Tickets
------------0.00
2019 Fantasy Stats
  RushingReceivingFumFantasy
WkOppYdsTDYdsTDLostPts
1@TB,
W 31-17
--54--13.40
2@CIN,
W 41-17
--54--8.40
3PIT,
W 24-20
--57--11.70
4Bye-----0.00
5CLE,
W 31-3
18-701-20.80
6@LA,
W 20-7
--103--18.30
7@WAS,
W 9-0
--38--6.80
8CAR,
W 51-13
--86--14.60
9@ARI,
W 28-25
--791-19.90
10SEA,
L 24-27
-----0.00
11ARI,
W 36-26
-----0.00
12GB,
W 37-8
--1291-24.90
13@BAL,
L 17-20
-3-17--3.40
14@NO,
W 48-46
--671-18.70
15ATL,
L 22-29
--134--26.40
16LA,
W 34-31
--791-18.90
17@SEA,
W 26-21
7-86--16.30
2020 Fantasy Stats
  RushingReceivingFumFantasy
WkOppYdsTDYdsTDLostPts
1ARI,
Sun 1:25 pmGet Tickets
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2@NYJ,
Sun 10:00 amGet Tickets
-----0.00
3@NYG,
Sun 10:00 amGet Tickets
-----0.00
4PHI,
Sun 5:20 pmGet Tickets
-----0.00
5MIA,
Sun 1:05 pmGet Tickets
-----0.00
6LA,
Sun 5:20 pmGet Tickets
-----0.00
7@NE,
Sun 1:25 pmGet Tickets
-----0.00
8@SEA,
Sun 1:25 pmGet Tickets
-----0.00
9GB,
Thu 5:20 pmGet Tickets
-----0.00
10@NO,
Sun 1:25 pmGet Tickets
-----0.00
11Bye-----0.00
12@LA,
Sun 1:05 pmGet Tickets
-----0.00
13BUF,
Mon 5:15 pmGet Tickets
-----0.00
14WAS,
Sun 1:25 pmGet Tickets
-----0.00
15@DAL,
Sun 5:20 pmGet Tickets
-----0.00
16@ARI,
TBDGet Tickets
-----0.00
17SEA,
Sun 1:25 pmGet Tickets
-----0.00
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  • Looking to reset TE market

    Kittle's agent doesn't believe the existing tight end market is relevant to his client's next contract, ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: The agent, Jack Bechta, makes a reasonable point, considering Kittle's combination of receiving and blocking skill hasn't been seen in the NFL since Rob Gronkowski's prime. Travis Kelce is the closest thing to a fair comparison right now, but he signed a five-year, $46.8 million extension four years ago and has since become one of the top bargains in the league for his team. Entering the fourth and final season his his rookie contract, Kittle can make a case for the same type of money that's…read more

    Published: Sun, May 31 at 11:42am by Rotowire.com
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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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