San Francisco 49ers star tight end George Kittle was absent from Thursday's practice due to a hamstring strain. ESPN reportedThe injury opens the possibility that Kittle could miss San Francisco's Week 3 road game against the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday (4:25 p.m. ET on FOX and the FOX Sports app).
Kittle’s injury comes after 49ers superstar running back Christian McCaffrey was placed on injured reserve due to calf and Achilles injuries, while All-Pro wide receiver Deebo Samuel is out for several weeks with a calf strain. Rookie wide receiver and 2024 first-round draft pick Ricky Pearsall is still on injured reserve after being shot just before the season. Pearsall is expected to make a full recovery and play this year.
Kittle, a two-time All-Pro and five-time Pro Bowler, has totaled 11 receptions for 116 yards and a touchdown this season.
San Francisco is 1-1, with a Week 1 win over the New York Jets and a Week 2 loss to the Minnesota Vikings.
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