performance4d ago
Shanahan says Kittle has taken a step back.
George Kittle
Tight end for the San Francisco 49ers
Depth TE1Age 33Year 10
Last updated
2026 season
Season projection
PPR · TE15169.5
Half-PPR · TE15137.6
Non-PPR · TE14105.7
SF · TE · TE1
Targets87.7
Receptions63.8
Receiving yards724.6
Receiving TD5.6
Fumbles lost0.2
About these projections
These are full-season estimates, last updated August 30, 2026. For this week’s matchups and injury status, see Week 2 projections.
Research: Strength of schedule · Player durability · Offensive coaching
Latest news · 14 reports
injury7d ago
Worked on the side rather than participating in team drills.
context7d ago
Participated in his second straight practice.
injury9d ago
Joined offensive warmups for the first time since his Achilles tear, then worked on a side field during team drills.
context9d ago
His return helped fuel an intense 49ers practice.
injury9d ago
Activated from the PUP list Sunday while returning from a torn right Achilles.
injury10d ago
Remains on the PUP list with an Achilles injury.
injury12d ago
Visited Dr. ElAttrache on Wednesday; recovery from his January Achilles surgery is ahead of schedule, giving him a legitimate chance to play in the regular-season opener in Australia.
depth chart12d ago
Out of the starting lineup for tonight; expected back in Week 1.
injury16d ago
Targeting a Week 1 return.
injury16d ago
Attempting to return to game action 244 days after suffering an Achilles tear.
injury16d ago
Maintains hope of being ready for the regular season opener Sept. 10 against the Rams.
injury22d ago
Ramping up in aggressive rehab work, moving and cutting well.
performance22d ago
Participating in individual work, moving well through drills and catching passes.