San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle has expressed his intention to play this Sunday against the Atlanta Falcons, after recovering from a hamstring injury.
Kittle ready to return
Kittle, who opened his practice window this week, has had 21 days to recover from his injury. The player confirmed his availability for Sunday night’s game.
“I fully intend to play on Sunday. As long as coach Kyle Shanahan allows me. It’s up to him. But I expect to be there. And I think I will be.”
Kittle suffered the injury in the first game of the season against the Seattle Seahawks. After missing five games, the tight end is eager to return to the field. His return is encouraging news for the team, which has achieved a 4-2 record.
The player revealed that the injury was a “complete rupture” of the tendon, but fortunately it did not detach from the bone, which shortened his recovery time.
Kittle has participated in a limited way in the training sessions, but he feels good and hopes to be in optimal condition for the game.
The quarterback Mac Jones expressed his enthusiasm for Kittle’s return, highlighting his positive energy on the team.
If Kittle is activated for the game against the Falcons, the 49ers will need to make adjustments to the player roster. In addition, there is the question of who will throw the ball, with Jones apparently on his way to being the starter, while Brock Purdy recovers from a toe injury.
Jones has improved his physical condition and fully participated in Thursday’s training.
Other players, such as Kalia Davis, CJ West, and Kevin Givens, have also shown improvements in their physical condition.
Ricky Pearsall and Marquez Valdes-Scantling did not participate in the practice.
