What happened: San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle is making significant strides in his recovery from a torn right Achilles sustained during the 2025-26 postseason. Kittle has officially resumed high-impact training, including box jumps and sprinting, recently hitting a top speed of 16 MPH during rehabilitation drills.

Why it matters: A healthy Kittle is vital for the 49ers' 2026 campaign as they integrate new arrival Mike Evans into the passing game. He is currently on track for the Week 1 season opener in Australia, which will mark his first game action since the injury.

What to watch: The 49ers will monitor Kittle's progress through the remainder of the offseason program as he nears full clearance for training camp.