San Francisco George Kittle is back on the field for the Week 7 game against the Falcons. Shanahan’s team has experienced a player crisis as a result of injuries. However, Kittle’s return may give the squad a bit of relief. While the 49ers were relieved, a fan couldn’t stop trolling him:
“Only to get hurt again.”
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The comment shed light on his injuries. Kittle tore his right hamstring in the second quarter of the Sept. 7 season opener against the Seattle Seahawks. For which he missed five games. But medical updates confirm he could return. But will he become the light to the team in such a crisis?
George Kittle Returns as 49ers Fight to Save Their Season
Kyle Shajan announced George Kittle’s return. Also, Kittle will have no snap count for his return.
“George has rehabbed really well,” the head coach said. “He came back 100 percent, had a good week of practice, and we’ll space it out throughout the game, but there’s no pitch count.”
But the question is, will the San Francisco 49ers make it in this situation? The team is on the verge of a quarterback crisis ahead of Sunday’s matchup against the Falcons. With Brock Purdy still dealing with turf toe and his return uncertain, Kyle Shanahan faces tough decisions again.
The team’s passing game is a little off without consistency under center, and the tension to get the rhythm rises each week.
No doubt the tight end return is the much-needed spark in this situation. However, the Niners still have a long list of injuries elsewhere, with prime defenders like Nick Bosa and Fred Warner already done for the season. The defense, once their strong game, now seems vulnerable against a pro Michael Penix Jr. and the Falcons’ quick-strike attack.
Moreover, fans are still skeptical about Kittle.
One fan said, “1 of 20 people on IR coming back woo.”
Another chimed, “Just to block the whole game 😂😂.”
While others stated, “Falcons winning 28-18.”
A fan praised, “Best complete TE in the business.”
It’s visible that the 49ers’ season has hit a breaking point. The team needs stability and a stellar performance to stop the slide. The crisis may still be there, but with Kittle’s return and home-field energy, Sunday could start a much-needed turnaround for San Francisco.
