Getty San Francisco 49ers TE George Kittle T he San Francisco 49ers are ready for a major resurgence in 2026, but it is possible that they will start the year without one of their biggest stars. Tight end George Kittle suffered an achilles injury in the 49ers’ wild card playoff game win and since he suffered the injury so late in the season, he may not return until well after the ’26 season starts. The 49ers have optimism that Kittle can make it back but with his return date uncertain, the team