George Kittle Activated from PUP, Returns to Practice

George Kittle has been activated from the active/physically unable to perform list after recovering from a January Achilles injury, signaling a rapid return that could have him available for the season opener. He was limited in practice on Sunday and is hopeful to participate in some capacity as the 49ers travel to Australia, with a Sept. 10 opener against the Rams in view. ESPN’s Adam Schefter highlighted the activation as a remarkable recovery that could see Kittle back in Week 1, though the team faces a demanding travel schedule to Australia for the early game. If activated before late August roster decisions, Kittle would be eligible to play earlier; otherwise, he would have had to wait longer under PUP rules. The 49ers have also added offensive weapons in the offseason, including Mike Evans and De'Zhaun Stribling, reshaping the pass-catching corps alongside Deebo Samuel. San Francisco’s early schedule includes the Australia-based opener against the Rams, followed by games against the Dolphins, Cardinals and Broncos, with Kittle’s workload likely to be managed as he returns to full speed.