George Kittle tore his Achilles on Jan. 11. It cannot be overstated how impressive it is that he’s doing this 8 months Via @ArmandoSalguero on X

What happened: Kittle took part in pre-11-on-11 work Wednesday on the San Francisco 49ers’ practice field. The 49ers activated Kittle from the PUP list on Aug. 24.

Why it matters: His practice participation is a notable step as San Francisco prepares for the 2026 season. Achilles recovery has been the central issue surrounding his availability.

By the numbers: Jan. 11 to Sept. 2 spans 234 days.

What to watch: Watch whether Kittle’s workload expands in the remaining preseason practices.

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