NFL-- George Kittle Injury News Gets Reaction From NFL World

George Kittle, a great tight end for the San Francisco 49ers, recently received hopeful injury news.

In preparation for the Niners' Week 2 game against the Seattle Seahawks, the three-time Pro Bowler took part in Friday's practise session.

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Since suffering a groyne injury in the preseason, he had not participated in practise.

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Kittle has been elevated to questionable for Sunday's game by head coach Kyle Shanahan, who claimed he looked "fantastic."

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The week before the Niners' season opener against the Chicago Bears, Kittle sustained a groyne injury during a light practise session.

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His injury was initially expected to heal by Week 1, but he was unable to do so.

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Kittle is on the right track to play in the Niners' home opener on Sunday according to this optimistic injury status report.

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For a club trying to recover from a poor start in Week 1, Kittle's return would be a huge help.

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George Krieger Kittle is a tight end with the San Francisco 49ers of the National Football League in American football.

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