Yahoo Sports NFL on George Kittle

ArticleGolden Nuggets: Game daySeptember 20, 2026

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Why else would the 49ers have brought George Kittle and Nick Bosa with them to Australia and to play in Week 1 after both had only recently returned to practice?

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Kittle played Week 1 after recent return to practice; team trusts recovery.

The source notes that the 49ers brought Kittle to Australia and had him play in Week 1 after he had only recently returned to practice, demonstrating the team's confidence in his recovery and willingness to trust his readiness despite limited practice time; this reflects the 49ers' philosophy of trusting hardy players who want to return to action.