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49ers Star Kittle Carted Off With Devastating Achilles Injury
12 Jan
Summary
- George Kittle sustained an Achilles injury during the second quarter.
- Fans and former teammates expressed dismay on social media.
- He played in 11 games this season, recording seven touchdowns.
San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle sustained a significant Achilles injury during the wild-card round playoff game against the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday, January 12, 2025. The injury occurred in the second quarter while Kittle was making a six-yard reception, appearing to pop his right Achilles tendon as he cut. He was promptly carted off the field, eliciting a salute from the Philadelphia crowd.
This unfortunate development marks a premature end to Kittle's season, who had already battled injuries, including a hamstring issue earlier in the year. Despite missing time, the two-time All-Pro tight end had a productive season, achieving 57 receptions for 628 yards and seven touchdowns in 11 games. He had entered 2025 aiming for a third consecutive 1,000-yard season.
With Kittle sidelined, the 49ers will need to adjust their offensive strategy, relying more heavily on Christian McCaffrey, Jauan Jennings, and Demarcus Robinson. Jake Tonges is the next tight end on the roster. Quarterback Brock Purdy will need to distribute the ball to his remaining weapons to secure a victory against the Eagles.
