<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/george-kittle">George Kittle</a> has tallied 396 yards and contributed five touchdowns in his eight appearances this 2025 season. While his solid numbers have helped the team win, the tight end still can’t believe how far he and the San Francisco 49ers have advanced this year given the extensive injuries they’ve faced.



“If people had said that you guys were going to be 9-4 into the bye and you weren’t going to have [Fred] Warner, [Nick] Bosa, Kittle was going to miss five weeks, and Brock [Purdy] was going to miss the first 6-7 weeks, I think a lot of people would have laughed,” Kittle said after the win against the Browns.



Kittle’s sentiment is understandable; with so many teammates injured, including himself, reaching this level of success wasn’t the expectation this year. However, it’s a challenge the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/san-francisco-49ers">49ers</a> have been managing for some time, and they have historically reached the playoffs despite similar issues.



<h2>Kyle Shanahan echoes Kittle’s relief</h2>



Following the Browns game, Kyle Shanahan also spoke about how tough the weeks have been leading up to the Bye Week and the chance to finally rest, especially with a 9-4 record that offers the team some peace of mind.



<div class="ck-twitter"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/49ers?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#49ers</a> HC Kyle Shanahan on the team being 9-4 &amp; finally getting to their bye week: “I love where we’re at right now. I believe we’d be in the playoffs today if it started. It’s been a long wait for a bye week — I’ve never had one this late; I don’t know if anyone on our team has… <a href="https://t.co/kNhNQEfr1X">pic.twitter.com/kNhNQEfr1X</a>— 49ers &amp; NFL News 24/7 (@49ersSportsTalk) <a href="https://twitter.com/49ersSportsTalk/status/1995242443315568669?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 30, 2025</a></blockquote></div> 



“I love where we’re at right now. I believe we’d be in the playoffs today if it started. It’s been a long wait for a bye week — I’ve never had one this late; I don’t know if anyone on our team has — but it’s finally here. Mentally and physically it’ll be awesome to rest, and then be able to come back from that with four games to play and a chance to get into the playoffs.”


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<h2>The 49ers’ remaining schedule</h2>



The final four games of the regular season look quite manageable for the 49ers. After the bye week, they will play the Titans at home (one of their last two home games of the regular season). Their other remaining opponents are the Colts, Bears, and Seahawks.

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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/george-kittle">George Kittle</a> didn’t hold back after Brock Purdy’s return, calling his presence “elite” and praising the way the quarterback commands the huddle. “How he talks to the players. He plays with a joy that’s so infectious,” Kittle said, describing a spark that immediately lifted San Francisco’s offense. “It’s so much fun to play football with him.”



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/christian-mccaffrey">Christian McCaffrey</a> echoed that energy, saying Purdy stepped back onto the field like he’d never been gone. “He was vintage Brock. That’s a huge compliment,” McCaffrey said, pointing to the poise and precision Purdy brought to the 41–22 win. “To miss games like that and come back in the middle of the year is extremely impressive.”



Both stars made it clear: <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/brock-purdy">Purdy</a>’s return changed the tone of the locker room and the confidence of the offense. Between his “infectious joy” and his “vintage” decision-making, the 49ers felt their rhythm return instantly. And based on what unfolded in Arizona, their belief in him was more than justified.



<h2>Purdy, Shanahan react after statement win</h2>



Purdy himself admitted the moment meant more than just another Sunday. “I would just say a lot of excitement,” he said after throwing for 200 yards, three touchdowns, no interceptions, and taking just one sack. Returning in his home state made it even more emotional: “My comeback is here, where I grew up in Arizona, which is special.”



<div class="ck-twitter"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">"I would just say a lot of excitement. I&apos;m always excited every Sunday, but to come back after missing six weeks… My comeback is here, where I grew up in Arizona, which is special. All that mattered was playing together as a team and getting the dub. I&apos;m just excited that we… <a href="https://t.co/jQqdb8uiNL">pic.twitter.com/jQqdb8uiNL</a>— 95.7 The Game (@957thegame) <a href="https://twitter.com/957thegame/status/1990222720077087017?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 17, 2025</a></blockquote></div> 



He emphasized that the performance wasn’t about individual numbers, even though his efficiency told the story of the night. “All that mattered was playing together as a team and getting the dub,” Purdy said, proud of how the offense executed from start to finish. The 49ers moved to 7–4 overall and 5–2 on the road with the win.


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Kyle Shanahan didn’t compare Purdy to anyone else, because he didn’t feel he needed to. “You just have to look at his numbers and stuff throughout his career. Not many people have done it better than him,” Shanahan said. He highlighted Purdy’s consistency: “He’s been as efficient as anyone and made as many big plays as anyone.”

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Kittle and McCaffrey detail what made Purdy’s return feel different

After the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/san-francisco-49ers">San Francisco 49ers</a>’ home loss to the Los Angeles Rams, veteran tight end George Kittle wasn’t shying away from expectations. “We are incredibly talented, and we still have guys coming back,” Kittle said, maintaining confidence in a roster built for a deep run. “Mac’s been playing so well, so people are talking about controversy, but Brock’s an amazing quarterback, and that’s why we paid him so much money.”



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/george-kittle">Kittle</a>, who has played in 12 postseason games across four years but still chases his first ring, believes this group has everything needed to compete again. “At some point, we’ll get Ricky and Brandon back,” he noted. “We have a lot of talent. We can score a ton of points, and I believe our defense will get a little bit better every single week.”



The 49ers have made the playoffs three times in the last five years, with their most recent deep run coming in 2023 when they reached Super Bowl LVIII before falling to the Chiefs. Despite the setback this season, Kittle’s message was clear, the 49ers aren’t backing down, and their playoff push is far from over.



<h2>Is there still a path to the playoffs for the 49ers this season?</h2>



The 49ers’ situation isn’t catastrophic; a 6-4 record is not the end of the world, but they must find a way to win more games. The recent crushing loss at home was painful and shattered the momentum they had built in Week 9 after winning on the road against the Giants.



<div class="ck-twitter"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">“We are incredibly talented, and we still have guys coming back. Mac’s been playing so well, so people are talking about controversy, but Brock’s an amazing quarterback, and that’s why we paid him so much money. At some point, we’ll get Ricky and Brandon back. We have a lot of… <a href="https://t.co/Vb6qaBdhvw">pic.twitter.com/Vb6qaBdhvw</a>— 95.7 The Game (@957thegame) <a href="https://twitter.com/957thegame/status/1987697525139320864?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 10, 2025</a></blockquote></div>



Following the game against the Rams, the 49ers face three “easy” games before their <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a> bye week: the Cardinals, Panthers, and Browns. These matchups should be perfect opportunities for Kittle and his teammates to secure wins and head into the break with a winning streak under their belts.


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“If the 49ers manage to get to the playoffs it’s going to have to be 100% on the shoulders of the offense. Put up 30+ a game and hope to outlast. Luckily, they still have some very winnable games ahead,” wrote Dontay Atkinson of ReachNorth Media on X.

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Kittle sends warning about 49ers playoff chances after tough home loss to Rams

Each year, several players suffer tough injuries — it’s part of the game. However, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/george-kittle" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">George Kittle</a> believes the NFL has not taken proper care of players’ health, even though it could.



Football, as a contact sport, cannot completely avoid injuries — players understand that. Nevertheless, injuries have become more frequent in recent years, and George Kittle believes he knows the reason behind it.



The star tight end of the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/san-francisco-49ers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">San Francisco 49ers</a> recently addressed the multiple injuries his team has suffered. He thinks the NFL should pay more attention to the fields, their conditions, and how players can better prepare for each game.



<h2>George Kittle believes the NFL should standardize playing surfaces</h2>



In the NFL, there are 15 stadiums with synthetic turf and 15 with natural grass. The Jets and Giants share MetLife Stadium, and the Chargers and Rams share SoFi Stadium — both with turf.



According to George Kittle, this is the main reason why more and more players are getting injured. The star tight end doesn’t believe turf is inherently bad, but switching every week between synthetic and natural grass could be the reason behind the increase in severe injuries in recent years.



Kittle has a point. Players usually train on the playing surface of their home stadium, and when they travel to play on a different surface, they often have to change cleats or adjust their preparation. This inconsistency prevents them from having a standardized way to train and perform each week.


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“My only issue is with is, like, when someone’s field is, like, the butt of a joke throughout all of social media, constantly, like on every NFL meme page, everybody jokes about how bad it is, I feel like at that point, someone should just take a look at it, and let’s not make it a — no NFL field should be the butt of a joke, ever,” George Kittle said about MetLife Stadium’s surface.



Mykel Williams of the 49ers is the perfect example. Levi’s Stadium, home of the 49ers, uses natural grass. This weekend, they visited the Giants at MetLife Stadium, and the rookie defensive end had to leave the game due to a torn ACL, probably due to not preparing correctly for synthetic turf.



<h2>Natural grass or synthetic turf — what will the NFL choose first for all stadiums?</h2>



Standardizing all 30 NFL stadiums is a very challenging task. Some use natural grass due to favorable weather conditions, while others prefer synthetic turf because it’s easier to maintain.



If the NFL ever decides to standardize the playing surface, it’s more likely to be synthetic turf. Not all venues have the proper weather conditions to sustain natural grass, especially those located in rainy or snowy regions.

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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/san-francisco-49ers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">San Francisco 49ers</a> have a Sunday Night Football showdown against the Atlanta Falcons. After being plagued by injuries, the team from the Bay is still awaiting for names, to recover. Among those, George Kittle, Jauan Jennings and Ricky Pearsall are some of the players who people are wondering if they’ll show up for the game.



Good news for tight end <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/george-kittle" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">George Kittle</a>, who was activated from IR after missing five weeks due to a hamstring injury and will play tonight vs. the Falcons. Head coach Kyle Shanahan also said he won’t have any limitations and won’t have a pitch count either.



Kittle is a key part of the offense so it’s really important for him to be able to provide support for the quarterback on short routes. However, Kittle is also one of the best blocking tight ends in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a>. His support goes beyond just catching passes.



<h2>Is Ricky Pearsall suiting up vs. Atlanta?</h2>



Ricky Pearsall is one of the team’s best wide receivers but a knee injury has limited his output this season. The Niners had luck with Kittle, but Pearsall was ruled out for the game against the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/atlanta-falcons" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Falcons</a>.



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Pearsall has a PCL injury in his right knee and the 49ers want him healthy down the stretch so they won’t risk him suffering another blow that could potentially sideline him even further. Plus, wideout Kendrick Bourne has been very good in Pearsall’s absence, making the Niners confident on their roster to let their player recover properly.


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<h2>Is Jauan Jennings playing against the Falcons?</h2>



Another wide receiver that has been dealing with injuries is Jauan Jennings. However, his output may be in question. Per Adam Schefter of ESPN, Jennings is playing with five broken ribs, high and low ankle sprains and he barely recovered from a calf injury suffered in preseason.



While Jennings will play, he clearly won’t be playing at 100% capacities. With how the team has suffered this season due to injuries, Jennings is going way beyond his call of duty. Jennings is also looking for a new contract and playing injured could play against him stats wise. Having said that, the 49ers should appreciate Jennings’ effort and repay him.

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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/george-kittle" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">George Kittle</a> suffered a hamstring injury in the season opener and was placed on injured reserve (IR), forcing him to miss at least four games under NFL rules. With anticipation growing among the San Francisco 49ers, head coach Kyle Shanahan addressed the potential return of one of his team’s biggest stars.



Kittle’s injury has had a direct impact on the 49ers’ game, as the team missed the presence of their experienced 31-year-old tight end despite their overtime victory over the Los Angeles Rams. Fans across <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/san-francisco-49ers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">San Francisco</a> are eager to know when they will have him back on the field.



Just like last season, injuries are shaping the 49ers’ journey this year. In addition to Kittle’s absence, Brock Purdy has also been dealing with a toe injury. Even though San Francisco has managed to stay competitive, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kyle-shanahan" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Shanahan</a> has provided an update.



<h2>When will Kittle return to the 49ers?</h2>



Kyle Shanahan told reporters on Friday that it is “a long shot” for Kittle to play in Week 6, making it more likely that the veteran tight end will return in Week 7, when San Francisco faces the Atlanta Falcons.



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According to Shanahan, Kittle’s hamstring injury hasn’t shown signs of being fully healed yet, and the franchise doesn’t want to push a player who will not only be crucial during the regular season but also a key figure in a potential playoff run.


 

 

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<h2>The practice window emerges as an option</h2>



The situation also carries implications for the coaching staff and offensive scheme. Shanahan mentioned that the Niners could open the practice window for Kittle, a period of up to 21 days in which he can return to practice, but made it clear that doing so wouldn’t guarantee his immediate activation for Week 6.

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The San Francisco 49ers’ season began on an unfortunate note with quarterback Brock Purdy sidelined due to an injury, expected to keep him out for 2 to 5 weeks. At the same time, tight end George Kittle is on injured reserve. The outlook seemed bleak, but the franchise could have good news regarding the return of star running back <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/christian-mccaffrey" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Christian McCaffrey</a>.



McCaffrey has returned to the field after a long recovery and played a standout role in helping the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/san-francisco-49ers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">49ers</a> secure an important victory over the Seattle Seahawks in Week 1 of the 2025 NFL season. Despite facing injuries to Purdy and <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/george-kittle" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Kittle</a>, the franchise remains optimistic about the return of their key offensive weapon.



Despite a brief exit during practice, McCaffrey rushed for 142 yards on 31 carries against the Seahawks. In addition to providing an optimistic update on <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/brock-purdy" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Purdy</a>’s situation, 49ers general manager John Lynch highlighted the versatility of the 29-year-old running back in his return to action.



<h2>Lynch’s comments on McCaffrey’s physical condition</h2>



“I know there was a lot of talk, and probably some form of PTSD from last year, and he got a little tight out of practice. Yeah, there was kind of an ominous feeling out there on Thursday when he pulled himself, and the trainers decided to keep him out. But shortly thereafter, we felt like we had averted anything significant here,” Lynch said in an interview with Bay Area radio station KNBR.



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“The guy’s just such a good football player. Whether it’s running the football inside, running the football outside, catching the football out of the backfield, or split out as a receiver, screen game, he just does everything well. And the cool thing is to know that Christian is just getting going. He’s going to keep playing at a high level because that’s just who he is,” Lynch added.


 

 

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<h2>McCaffrey confirms he feels no pain</h2>



Last season, McCaffrey suffered a calf injury that sidelined him for several weeks. He also experienced minor issues with his ankles and hip, limiting his participation. Now fully recovered, the 49ers star dismissed any concerns about his absence from last week’s practice. “It was nothing serious,” McCaffrey said this week.

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San Francisco 49ers tight end <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/george-kittle" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">George Kittle</a> has been placed on injured reserve following a setback sustained before the clash with the Seattle Seahawks. This development deals a significant blow to the 49ers’ strategic blueprint, as Kittle, a cornerstone of their offense, is slated to miss several pivotal games at the outset of the regular season.



With a commanding victory over the Seahawks, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/san-francisco-49ers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">49ers</a> have launched their regular season on a high note. This triumph marks a significant turnaround following last season’s failure to secure a postseason berth, a stark contrast to their impressive run to the Super Bowl in 2023, where they ultimately fell to the Kansas City Chiefs.



With the score settled at 17-13, the 49ers now turn their focus to their upcoming weekend clash against the New Orleans Saints. The Saints, eager to notch their first win of the season, will be looking to capitalize on every opportunity against San Francisco. The matchup promises to be pivotal for both teams as a fervent 49ers fanbase rallies behind them in what could be a defining game for the Saints’ season.



Nonetheless, before their daunting showdown with the Ravens, the 49ers must address the absence of tight end George Kittle, who will miss several upcoming games. While his absence presents a challenge, the team is poised to make an impact in the NFL standings. The resilience and depth of the 49ers will be tested as they navigate the hurdles that lie ahead.



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<h2>Which games will Kittle sit out?</h2>



Being on the injured reserve list mandates that Kittle will sit out for four critical matchups, significantly impacting the 49ers’ lineup. As a result, Kittle will be absent in contests against the New Orleans Saints, Arizona Cardinals, Jacksonville Jaguars, and Los Angeles Rams, leaving a notable void in the team’s offensive arsenal.


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“As Ian Rapoport reported Monday, Kittle was expected to miss 3-5 weeks so he was almost certain to miss 4 games regardless. The logical target for his return is now Week 6 at Tampa Bay on Oct. 12,” <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> insider Tom Pelissero wrote on his X account about Kittle’s potential return.



With this panorama already complicated for the 49ers, there is hope that everything will go through, and the fan base is excited about thinking in Kittle as recovering from a worryless injury that will make him just be apart from the roster for four days.

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In the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/san-francisco-49ers">San Francisco 49ers</a>’ season opener, one of their top stars, George Kittle, had to leave the game against the Seattle Seahawks. Kyle Shanahan and Brock Purdy will need to look for other options on offense.


 


One of the most talented tight ends not only on the team but in the league had to leave the field due to injury, prompting the staff to explore other options at his position.



Who are the other two tight ends available to the head coach going forward? They are Luke Farrell and Jake Tonges, with Farrell being the one most likely to get targeted by the QB during the game.



The Bay Area team’s debut got off to a rough start at Lumen Field when it comes to injuries — not only because of what <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/george-kittle">Kittle</a> contributes on the field but also for the emotional support he provides to his teammates.



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<h2>What happened to George Kittle?</h2>



The season didn’t start off well for San Francisco — at least physically. According to <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a> insider Ian Rapoport, George Kittle was forced to leave the field with a hamstring injury.


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“49ers TE George Kittle was ruled out for the rest of the game with a hamstring injury,” the insider reported via @RapSheet.


 


It will be a matter of waiting for the necessary tests to determine the severity of the injury and how much recovery time will be needed for one of the team’s key players.

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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/san-francisco-49ers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">San Francisco 49ers</a> have a tough task as they want to reach the Super Bowl. The NFC is really hard to predict and win. However, in the AFC, the Kansas City Chiefs have a total domain. For George Kittle, one team can really threaten Patrick Mahomes and company.



For <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/george-kittle" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Kittle</a>, the Las Vegas Raiders are serious candidates to have a great season, but it all depends on two things: Pete Carroll and edge rusher Maxx Crosby. “That’s a Pete Carroll team. That’s what they do. I like the vibe here. Let Maxx Crosby be Maxx Crosby, and they’re going to have a great year,” Kittle said to reporters.



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/pete-carroll" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Carroll</a> was the mastermind of the famously vicious Legion of Boom, one of the most terrorizing defenses in NFL history. He must be salivating to coach Maxx Crosby, one of the best rushers in the league. As Kittle said, if you let Maxx Crosby do his thing, results will come.



<h2>Crosby unfairly lives on the shadows</h2>



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/maxx-crosby" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Crosby</a> has the numbers to be regarded as one of the best pass rushers. However, when the conversation arises, names like T.J. Watt, Myles Garrett and Micah Parsons are the ones that spearhead that conversation. Realistically, Crosby deserves to be in that tier.



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20250816_BUS_473785_Maxx-Crosby-1024x576_8a05585c.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="Maxx Crosby #98 of the Las Vegas Raiders reacts after a defensive stop in the second quarter of a game against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium on November 17, 2024 in Miami Gardens, Florida." class="wp-image-280112" srcset="https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/27144829/Maxx-Crosby-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/27144829/Maxx-Crosby-300x169.jpg 300w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/27144829/Maxx-Crosby-768x432.jpg 768w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/27144829/Maxx-Crosby-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/27144829/Maxx-Crosby-740x416.jpg 740w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/27144829/Maxx-Crosby-490x275.jpg 490w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/27144829/Maxx-Crosby-250x140.jpg 250w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/27144829/Maxx-Crosby.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Maxx Crosby #98 of the Las Vegas Raiders reacts after a defensive stop in the second quarter of a game against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium.</figcaption></figure>



He averages 10.5 sacks per season and has gone to the Pro Bowl four seasons in a row. He’s also led the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> twice in tackles for loss. Crosby is really a game wrecker. He will be the face of this Raiders defense.


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<h2>The Raiders are pointing to a 180° turn</h2>



The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/las-vegas-raiders" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Raiders</a> have been one of the worst-handled franchises in recent years. From the failed Ja’Marcus Russell, who is labeled as the worst bust in NFL history, to the Antonio Brown fiasco and Josh McDaniels bad experiment as head coach, it seems like finally the Raiders are on a good path.



They brought a proven NFL veteran to be their quarterback in Geno Smith. They brought one of the few coaches that have a College and Super Bowl ring in Pete Carroll. Carroll also joined forces with Chip Kelly, who should become one of the best offensive coordinators in the league. All signs point to success from now on as they challenge the Kansas City Chiefs and <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/patrick-mahomes" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Patrick Mahomes</a>‘ dynasty.

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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/san-francisco-49ers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">San Francisco 49ers</a> are in a weird spot in the NFL. While their Super Bowl window might be closing, they still feel like they can compete with the top dogs. Having a star like George Kittle helps, getting rid of a playmaker like Deebo Samuel not so much. However, it seems like Kittle had something to say about Samuel leaving the team.



While sometimes there is bad blood, this is not the case. <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/george-kittle" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Kittle</a> appeared on the Bussin’ With the Boys podcast and said, “I’m happy for him that he went to Washington. Guys need a fresh start sometimes, and he wanted a fresh start, and so, I’m very happy for him. I’m sad that I don’t have him on my team anymore because I just loved having him around the locker room and stuff like that. But I’m happy for him.”



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/deebo-samuel" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Samuel</a>‘s role in San Francisco was starting to decline due to multiple injuries. This means he needed a place else to restart his career and it seems Washington is that place.



<h2>Samuel will be key for Washington, but he has help</h2>



Samuel is not going to <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/washington-commanders" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Washington</a> to be their first weapon. They already have that in Terry McLaurin, who is in his own contract dispute himself. However, Samuel is there to be the jack-of-all-trades player on offense.



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Having Deebo, who can lineup as a wide receiver and a running back, opens the playbook for an already dynamic unit in Washington. Samuel will be the one in charge of being a difference maker on the field.


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<h2>Kittle and Samuel might face in the playoffs</h2>



The 49ers and Commanders won’t face each other during regular season but that doesn’t mean a game between them won’t happen. If things align themselves, a playoff game is not out of question.



After all, both teams are projected to not only be in the playoffs, but go on a deep run. Samuel will try to lead his new team, while battling old teammates and friends turned footballing foes.

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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/george-kittle">George Kittle</a> might be one of the most charismatic players in the league — and without a doubt, one of the most talented at his position. The San Francisco 49ers continue to enjoy having him on their roster, but many are starting to wonder: how much longer will the star tight end play in the NFL?


 


The former Iowa Hawkeyes standout began his journey in 2017, after being selected by the Bay Area team with the 146th overall pick in the fifth round. Now heading into his ninth season with the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/san-francisco-49ers">49ers</a>, Kittle will once again aim to reach the Super Bowl alongside his teammates.



The 31-year-old tight end, in a recent appearance on the Bussin’ With The Boys podcast, was asked how much longer he plans to play professional football. Kittle responded by saying he’ll keep going until the day he no longer finds joy in the game.



“Literally until I don’t have fun anymore,” Kittle said. “Or if [his wife] Claire looks at me and goes, ‘You kinda look like (expletive) out there, you should retire.’ I’ll be like, ‘All right.’



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20250625_BUS_426802_george-kittle-niners-1024x576_f3b8a090.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="George Kittle is one of the leaders of the 49ers" class="wp-image-419160" srcset="https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/06/15164951/george-kittle-niners-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/06/15164951/george-kittle-niners-300x169.jpg 300w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/06/15164951/george-kittle-niners-768x432.jpg 768w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/06/15164951/george-kittle-niners-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/06/15164951/george-kittle-niners-740x416.jpg 740w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/06/15164951/george-kittle-niners-490x275.jpg 490w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/06/15164951/george-kittle-niners-250x140.jpg 250w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/06/15164951/george-kittle-niners.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>George Kittle #85 of the San Francisco 49ers celebrates after a touchdown catch during the third quarter against the Dallas Cowboys at Levi’s Stadium on October 08, 2023 in Santa Clara, California.</figcaption></figure>



“I don’t know, I think if I get to 35 and it hurts to put pants on in the morning, I think I’ll be like, ‘Ah, this isn’t that much fun anymore,’ and I’ll have a conversation with myself. But I’m feeling great right now.“


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<h2>Excitement for what’s ahead</h2>



Last season didn’t go as expected for the 49ers — not just in terms of results, but also in overall performance and physical setbacks. George Kittle is well aware of the situation and is now focused on approaching what’s next with renewed energy and full commitment.



“The one benefit of not making the playoffs is you get an entire month off,” Kittle explained. “I haven’t had January off since 2020. Mentally and physically, I’m lightyears ahead of where I was the last two years, which is pretty fun.”


 


It will be a matter of waiting until Week 1 to truly see where the tight end stands — and whether he can, in fact, lead his 49ers to a strong <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a> season.


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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/san-francisco-49ers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">San Francisco 49ers</a> have flirted with the Super Bowl and being that close, they’ve made decisions. These decisions might be good or bad, but they bring cap space consequences. It seems like one of those moves might make a key player leave the team in the near future. Brock Purdy might lose a reliable teammate.



Jauan Jennings might be one of the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a>‘s most underrated receivers. In 2024, San Francisco dealt with lots of injuries and Jennings stepped up. He caught 77 passes, racked up 975 yards and scored 6 touchdowns. Jennings always played second fiddle to Deebo Samuel and <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/brandon-aiyuk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Brandon Aiyuk</a>, but injuries opened up a space for him to shine and he did.



Now, with Samuel going to Washington and Aiyuk still recovering from an ACL injury, Jennings has all the opportunities to keep making a name for himself on a contract year. Grant Cohn, from Sports Illustrated, who has covered the 49ers since 2011, wrote that “the 49ers would love to extend Jennings, but probably feel they can’t afford him after foolishly giving (Brandon) Aiyuk a four-year, $120 million extension last year.“



“Jennings most likely will command at least $15 million per season, which is not an insignificant amount,” Cohn wrote. Now, if Jennings is worth that kind of money or not is another debate, but after last year, it’s hard to think he would settle for less.



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20250623_BUS_424687_jauan-jennings-sf-1024x576_18bc9616.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="Jauan Jennings is poised for a breakout season" class="wp-image-424691" srcset="https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/06/23135123/jauan-jennings-sf-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/06/23135123/jauan-jennings-sf-300x169.jpg 300w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/06/23135123/jauan-jennings-sf-768x432.jpg 768w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/06/23135123/jauan-jennings-sf-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/06/23135123/jauan-jennings-sf-740x416.jpg 740w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/06/23135123/jauan-jennings-sf-490x275.jpg 490w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/06/23135123/jauan-jennings-sf-250x140.jpg 250w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/06/23135123/jauan-jennings-sf.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption> Jauan Jennings #15 of the San Francisco 49ers is ejected for fighting during the first half of the NFL game at State Farm Stadium on January 05, 2025 in Glendale, Arizona.</figcaption></figure>



<h2>Jennings has the potential to become a star</h2>



Playing in a <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kyle-shanahan" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Kyle Shanahan</a>‘s offense and showing his talent, Jennings is clearly a big prospect. With his skills and safe hands, he can flourish. His catching percentage was 68.1, a career-high. Jennings also excels at contested catches and uses his 6-foot-3 frame to gain an advantage over defenders.


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Losing Jennings would be a big deal for this offense. Aiyuk’s $120 million contract is not looking good at all, Samuel is gone, tight end <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/george-kittle" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">George Kittle</a> is also tied to a massive contract, and Jennings is just entering his prime. If the 49ers don’t, any other team would gladly give the Tennessee product his money.



<h2>Brock Purdy needs help</h2>



Saying a $265 million quarterback needs help might sound bad, but it’s also the truth. The reason Brock Purdy has blossomed into a top-tier QB is because of the scheme he plays in and the weapons at his disposal. Don’t get it twisted, Purdy makes the most of what he’s got. It’s just that his scenario allows him to get his stats.



Aiyuk might never recover his level and Kittle is not getting younger. The 49ers Super Bowl window is closing on them, so Purdy would love to have Jennings still on the roster to keep their relevance in the NFC.

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The San Francisco 49ers are eager to put last season behind them after finishing at the bottom of the NFC West with a disappointing 6–11 record. <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/george-kittle">George Kittle</a> knows it’s redemption time — and believes that the team’s new additions will play a key role in turning things around this upcoming NFL season.


 


It’s not just some of the 49ers’ new players who will be looking to make an impact for a historic franchise determined to return to the spotlight. Head coach <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kyle-shanahan">Kyle Shanahan</a>’s staff also brought in fresh faces — additions that could help unlock the full potential of a high-caliber roster.



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/robert-saleh">Robert Saleh</a> has returned to the Bay Area to take over as the new defensive coordinator, aiming to fix a unit that underperformed last season. Can the former Jets HC rebuild the defense into one of the league’s elite once again?



<h2>Kittle expresses confidence in Saleh’s return as DC</h2>



There’s a strong sense of excitement building in <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/san-francisco-49ers">San Francisco</a> — not just among the fans, but within the locker room as well. George Kittle, one of the team’s standout leaders, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/nfl-news-49ers-star-george-kittle-sends-warning-to-the-league-violence-is-coming">sent a warning to the rest of the NFL</a>, showing particular enthusiasm about Robert Saleh’s return to join Kyle Shanahan’s coaching staff.



“He’s really good at his job, and I’m really excited that we somehow convinced him to be our defensive coordinator again,” Kittle said. “He knows what he’s talking about, he’s inspiring, he gets the boys fired up, and he just happens to also be really, really smart. 


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“So, I’m pumped to have him back in the building, just hanging out with him a little bit, talking about stuff. You can just tell he’s ready to roll this year, and he’s gonna get the boys fired up.“



<h2>The goal to become contenders again</h2>



Last <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a> season’s results left no one satisfied, fueling a strong thirst for redemption within the team. Keeping key players like Brock Purdy on the roster, along with stars such as Kittle and Christian McCaffrey, shows that the 49ers remain fully committed to their goal of contending for the title.



It’s a matter of seeing how the team performs moving forward and aiming to get off to a strong start in Week 1 of the regular season. Can San Francisco make a return to the Super Bowl this year?


 


<h2>The 49ers’ first challenges</h2>



<ul><li>@ Seattle Seahawks, September 7th</li><li>@ New Orleans Saints, September 14th</li><li>vs Arizona Cardinals, September 21st</li><li>vs Jacksonville Jaguars, September 28th</li><li>@ Los Angeles Rams, October 2nd</li></ul>


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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/san-francisco-49ers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">San Francisco 49ers</a> have been on the verge of winning a Super Bowl in the last few years. However, the NFL hasn’t been kind to them in that regard. They’ve exchanged deep playoff runs with injury-plagued seasons but now, everything’s changing in one regard, according to tight end George Kittle. The team brought back Robert Saleh as defensive coordinator, and Kittle thought it was a good time to warn the league about what’s coming.



During an interview on The Rich Eisen Show, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/george-kittle" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Kittle</a> was asked about Saleh’s return, and what that meant to the team. “Violence is coming,” Kittle responded. Clear as day, the 49ers will once again have a relentless defensive unit according to the tight end.



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/robert-saleh" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Saleh</a> is coming back to the team after a stint as the New York Jets head coach, where he was unceremoniously fired. The Jets went south afterwards, proving that Saleh wasn’t the problem. Now, back at the place where he first make a name for himself, he’s ready to remind the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> of what he’s capable of doing as a defensive coordinator.



<h2>This won’t be Saleh’s first rodeo</h2>



In the early years of <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kyle-shanahan" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Kyle Shanahan</a>‘s tenure as the Niners head coach, Saleh was instrumental in making the team’s defense a juggernaut. From 2017 to 2020, Saleh’s job as DC was remarkable. He made progress every season and by 2019, his defense ranked second-best in total yards allowed in the NFL. By 2020, he once again had a top 5 defense.



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While his time with the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-york-jets" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Jets</a> wasn’t as successful as he’d like, one must admit that his side of the ball, which is defense, always held their part of the bargain. The Jets had the worst defense in 2021, but as soon as 2022 rolled around, Saleh fixed the mess and the Jets went from dead-last to fourth-best. In 2023, they were even better, as they ended as the third-best defense.


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<h2>The Niners can dream about the Super Bowl again</h2>



What makes a team a Super Bowl contender is how complete their roster is. Yes, being healthy and heck, having some luck, will play a big part on whether you lift the Lombardy trophy or not, but your team must be great overall.



With Saleh taking the defensive side of the equation and lifting it up to high standards, San Francisco knows the defense won’t be an issue. On the other hand, Kyle Shanahan is both the head coach and playcaller on offense. Regarded as one of the most gifted offensive minds in the game, Shanahan should work his magic once again. If healthy, the sky is the limit for this team.

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