Kyle Shanahan confirms George Kittle tore his Achilles
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The San Francisco 49ers will advance to the divisional round of the playoffs without tight end George Kittle, who suffered a torn Achilles. Head coach Kyle Shanahan confirmed the injury following the team's 23-19 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles. Kittle was injured in the second quarter and removed from the game shortly thereafter. Jake Tonges and Luke Farrell are expected to fill the tight end position in Kittle's absence. The team anticipates Kittle's return in September.
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