Overview
- Kyle Shanahan has ruled George Kittle out for Week 6 against the Buccaneers but said there is a chance for a Week 7 return versus the Falcons.
- General manager John Lynch said he is fairly confident Kittle will practice next week after missing four games with a Week 1 hamstring injury.
- Kittle remains on injured reserve without a formal designation to return, which is required before he can practice and triggers the 21-day window to activate him.
- The 49ers are 4-1 despite injuries, with Mac Jones winning three starts and tight end Jake Tonges posting 19 receptions for 166 yards and three touchdowns.
- There is external speculation that Tonges could draw trade interest before early November if Kittle is cleared, though no move has been indicated by the team.