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San Francisco 49ers News / Niners Nation / October 28

2 49ers Bounce back performances: Kittle celebrates while Renardo Green keeps up his stingy ways

Sunday’s performance in Houston didn’t leave many players to choose from as bounce-back candidates. As the defensive line failed to generate a pass rush against the much-maligned Texans’ offensive line, the defense struggled to get off the field on third down, allowing Houston to dominate time of possession.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 27

George Kittle didn’t mince words about 49ers offense after loss to Texans

The San Francisco 49ers fell short on the road, losing 26–15 to the Houston Texans. It was their worst defeat of the season, but it highlighted multiple areas of improvement.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 26

George Kittle pins loss to Texans on offense: 'We just played bad football'

Was the 49ers' biggest problem in Sunday's loss to the Texans their defense, which allowed 475 yards, 23 first downs, and nine third-down conversions? Or their offense, which struggled to stay on the field while the team fell into a 16-0 first half hole?

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NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 26

Why George Kittle is the key to the 49ers beating the Houston Texans

The 49ers and Texans limp into this game undermanned as both teams will play without their top two receivers. The 49ers are accustomed to playing short-handed at this point, but it’s increasingly challenging this time by removing Bryce Huff from the defense and wondering where their pass rush will come from.

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San Francisco 49ers News / Niners Nation / October 25

Kittle: ‘Saleh is the best signing we’ve ever had’

The San Francisco 49ers defense has returned to dominance seven weeks into the season, where they stand with a 5-2 record atop the NFC West. That has come, despite the 49ers losing stars Fred Warner and Nick Bosa for the season, while dealing with various injuries and starting multiple first and second-year players.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 24

NFC Notes: George Kittle, George Pickens, 49ers, Cowboys, Packers

49ers’ veteran TE George Kittle didn’t record a single reception in their Week 7 win over the Falcons, ending a 114-game streak of having at least one catch.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 24

George Kittle names 49ers' best offseason addition

There is no doubt in San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle's mind when identifying the team's biggest offseason addition. Speaking with Michael Silver

NFL News / Niners Nation / October 24

George Kittle on National Tight Ends Day headlines our 3 matchups to watch against the Texans

The San Francisco 49ers are riding high following a victory over the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday Night Football. DeMeco Ryans and the Houston Texans are next up, and the Texans are reeling after their loss to Seattle on Monday Night Football.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 22

George Kittle nailed his advice to 49ers' injured QB Brock Purdy

Although Mac Jones is 4-1 since stepping in as the starting quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers, Brock Purdy’s turf toe injury is turning out to be more serious than initially expected.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 22

How George Kittle improved the 49ers offense without catching a pass

The San Francisco 49ers secured a 20-10 victory over the Atlanta Falcons in Week 7, improving to 5-2 in the 2025 season. The return of tight end George Kittle, who has been sidelined since Week 1 with a hamstring injury, has noticeably strengthened the team on offense.

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2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.

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San Francisco 49ers News / A to Z Sports / October 21

49ers TE George Kittle shares hilariously sweet moment with Kyle Juszczyk's wife before Week 7 matchup

San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle returned to the field on Sunday night for the team's primetime matchup against the Atlanta Falcons after he had been sidelined for the past five weeks with a hamstring injury.

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / October 21

49ers Announce Decision After George Kittle Development

George Kittle and the San Francisco 49ers got back on track in Week 7, moving to 5-2 on the 2025 NFL season after defeating Bijan Robinson and the Atlanta

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San Francisco 49ers News / Last Word On Sports / October 21

Kittle’s Return A Big Boost To The 49ers

George Kittle returned to the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday night against the Atlanta Falcons, giving the team a major offensive boost as the star tight end came back from the hamstring tear he suffered in Week 1.

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / October 20

49ers TE George Kittle Issues Public Apology

The San Francisco 49ers (5-2) are one of the most injured teams in the NFL, but they won't let that stop them from winning. Quarterback Brock Purdy (toe)

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 20

49ers rediscover their identity: George Kittle sparks dominant 'Shanadrive'

Before Sunday night's game between the San Francisco 49ers and the surging Atlanta Falcons, it would have been understandable to worry that the Niner offense could not keep up.

San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / October 20

Kittle had big goal for McCaffrey ahead of win over Falcons

49ers' George Kittle had big goal for Christian McCaffrey ahead of win over Falcons

After the 49ers improved to 5-2 on the season via a 20-10 win over the Atlanta Falcons, Kittle revealed that he had a big goal in mind for running back Christian McCaffrey heading into the "Sunday Night Football" contest.

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San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / October 19

49ers Make Hard TE Decision Before George Kittle’s Return to Action

The 49ers have been decimated by injuries this season. They finally received good news as George Kittle will finally return to the lineup. San Francisco waived another tight end to make room on the roster for Kittle.

San Francisco 49ers News / Field Level Media / October 18

49ers activate star TE George Kittle (hamstring) from IR

San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle was activated from injured reserve Saturday after missing five games due to a hamstring injury. Defensive tackle Kevin Givens (pectoral) also was activated from the IR ahead of the Sunday night home game against the Atlanta Falcons.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 18

49ers Announce Seven Moves, Activate TE George Kittle From IR

The 49ers announced seven roster moves on Saturday, most notably, they activated TE George Kittle and DT Kevin Givens off injured reserve. They also promoted DE Trevis Gipson to the 53-man roster, and elevated WR Malik Turner and OL Nick Zakelj from the practice squad.

San Francisco 49ers News / Pro Football Rumors / October 18

49ers activate TE George Kittle from IR

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San Francisco 49ers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 17

49ers Plan To Activate TE George Kittle From IR For Week 7

49ers HC Kyle Shanahan announced Friday that they plan to activate veteran TE George Kittle from injured reserve for their Week 7 game against the Falcons.

San Francisco 49ers News / Field Level Media / October 16

49ers TE George Kittle plans to return from injury vs. Falcons

The San Francisco 49ers might finally have some good news on the injury front. Six-time Pro Bowl tight end George Kittle told reporters Thursday that he plans on playing Sunday night against the Atlanta Falcons.

San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / October 16

George Kittle's expected return comes at perfect time for 49ers

An injury-riddled season for the San Francisco 49ers is reportedly set to get a bit better.

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San Francisco 49ers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 16

49ers Officially Designate TE George Kittle To Return From IR

The San Francisco 49ers officially designated TE George Kittle to return from injured reserve in Thursday. This officially opens a three-week window of time for the team to activate Kittle or he would revert back to injured reserve and miss the remainder of the season.