George Kittle Managing Achilles Issue Ahead of Week 1

George Kittle is being limited in practice this week while managing an Achilles issue. Despite the setback, the 49ers remain optimistic that the veteran tight end will be ready for the season opener against the Rams. Head coach Kyle Shanahan clarified that Kittle is passing his medical evaluations and that earlier concerns regarding a potential setback were miscommunicated, as the team continues to ease him back into full activity.