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George Kittle receives encouraging injury update ahead of NFL season opener
San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle has received an encouraging medical update regarding his recovery from a torn Achilles tendon. Following a visit on Wednesday to orthopedic surgeon Dr. Neal ElAttrache in Los Angeles, reports indicate that Kittle's recovery is ahead of schedule.
Kittle, who underwent surgery in January, has a legitimate chance to participate in the NFL regular season opener against the Los Angeles Rams, which is scheduled to take place in Australia. While he has been on the Physically Unable to Perform list during training camp and has not yet worn pads in practice, he has reportedly already reached top running speeds.
The 32-year-old player expressed optimism about his return, noting that both he and his medical team believe a Week 1 appearance is possible. The upcoming weeks of practice will be critical for Kittle to build the necessary conditioning for the season opener.
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Adam Schefter · Dr. Neal ElAttrache · George Kittle · Los Angeles Rams · San Francisco 49ers
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- [● 3 SOURCES] Kittle underwent surgery for a torn Achilles tendon in January. www.ninersnation.com · heavy.com · nypost.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Kittle is currently on the Physically Unable to Perform list. heavy.com · nypost.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] George Kittle's recovery is ahead of schedule, providing a legitimate chance to play in the regular season opener against the Los Angeles Rams in Australia. www.ninersnation.com · heavy.com · nypost.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] The San Francisco 49ers will play the Los Angeles Rams in the regular season opener in Australia. www.ninersnation.com · heavy.com · nypost.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] George Kittle visited orthopedic surgeon Dr. Neal ElAttrache in Los Angeles on Wednesday. www.ninersnation.com · heavy.com · nypost.com