by: Griffin McVeigh 1 hour ago griffin_mcveigh
Just one week into the season, injuries are beginning to pile up for the San Francisco 49ers. Tight end George Kittle might wind up being the most long-term of them all. According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, Kittle is expected to be on the sideline for a few games.
“49ers Pro Bowl TE George Kittle is expected to be sidelined multiple weeks with a hamstring injury,” Schefter saidvia X.
Kittle left Sunday’s game against the Seattle Seahawks due to his hamstring. He did not get back on the field and will now miss time. Not what head coach Kyle Shanahan wanted early on, especially after coming from behind and getting a massive division win against Seattle.
In his little playing time, Kittle still found a way to be productive. Four catches on four targets resulted in 25 yards and a touchdown. Kittle has been a favorite of quarterback Brock Purdy for years now, a connection the 49ers have relied on at times.
Last season was the third consecutive one where Kittle earned All-Pro honors. This go-round was on the second team thanks to 1,106 yards and eight touchdowns on 78 receptions. Not many tight ends in the NFL can produce at the clip Kittle does, even as the position continues to evolve.