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49ers Get Concerning Super Bowl Injury Update On George Kittle
Lucas Peltier-USA TODAY Sports

The injury report for the San Francisco 49ers during their Super Bowl bye week casts doubt on tight end George Kittle’s availability for the upcoming showdown against the Kansas City Chiefs.

Kittle sustained a toe injury during the 49ers’ victory over the Detroit Lions in the NFC Championship Game, and his status has remained uncertain.

Leading up to the Super Bowl, Kittle had been listed as day-to-day due to his toe ailment. However, the latest injury report released on Friday has raised concerns among 49ers fans who were eagerly anticipating the presence of one of the team’s most prolific pass-catchers against the formidable Chiefs’ pass defense.

The worrying aspect of the report stems from Kittle’s absence from all of the 49ers’ practice sessions throughout the week. The team assigned him an “unspecified” designation for the Super Bowl.

With less than a week left for recovery, Kittle’s failure to participate in practice this week suggests that his chances of being available for the Super Bowl are dwindling.

The 49ers are undoubtedly hoping to witness Kittle return to practice in Las Vegas next week, as this would be a positive sign for his potential participation in the championship game. However, as it stands, the outlook remains uncertain, leaving fans and the team anxiously awaiting further updates on Kittle’s condition.

George Kittle is a tough player, so it’s very possible that he plays even if he doesn’t practice this week. If the 49ers are going to knock off Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs, they’ll need their star tight end on the field.

This article first appeared on NFL Analysis Network and was syndicated with permission.

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