The San Francisco 49ers have announced that tight end George Kittle will not participate in Sunday’s game against the Seattle Seahawks. Kittle sustained a hamstring injury in Week 10, which head coach Kyle Shanahan had initially downplayed during a media briefing. Although Kittle made a return to the practice field on Thursday and Friday, he ultimately will not be fit to play.
This development may come as a relief to the Seahawks, particularly since Kittle had a stellar performance in their prior matchup, scoring two touchdowns in the 49ers’ Week 6 victory over Seattle.
The following players have also been ruled out for the 49ers in Week 11:
– QB Josh Dobbs (QB3)
– CB Charvarius Ward (Personal reasons)
– TE George Kittle (hamstring injury)
– DL Kevin Givens (groin)
– OL Ben Bartch
– DL Khalil Davis
– WR Ronnie Bell
Notably, defensive end Nick Bosa and left tackle Trent Williams are not included in the inactives list. Bosa is managing a hip injury but has participated in a lighter practice schedule this week. Despite his injury, he expressed confidence in being ready for Sunday and might see a reduced rotation as he continues to manage his condition.
In summary, the 49ers face some challenges with key players sidelined, but the team will also look to find resilience in its depth and available talent. The absence of Kittle could shift the dynamics on the field, prompting the 49ers to adapt their game plan effectively. As they navigate through injuries, the 49ers are determined to maintain their competitive edge.