Overview
- George Kittle ruptured his Achilles during the 49ers’ 23-19 wild-card win in Philadelphia and has been ruled out with a long recovery ahead.
- Claire Kittle shared a candid Instagram post describing “disbelief and stillness” as she yelled for him to get up and praised the team’s resolve.
- George Kittle posted that “football sucks sometimes,” thanked supporters, and said he loves his team while expressing confidence about moving forward.
- Medical expectations for Achilles repairs suggest a nine- to twelve-month timeline that could threaten his availability for much of the 2026 season, and he is under a four-year, $76.4 million extension signed in April 2025.
- Owner Jed York met Kittle in the locker room after the injury, with reports saying he honored a request for tequila, as teammates and fans offered public support.