49ers GM Provides Injury Updates on Kittle and Aiyuk

San Francisco, CA — San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch shared crucial injury updates during his weekly appearance on KNBR Thursday morning. Lynch discussed the status of quarterback Brock Purdy, tight end George Kittle, and wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk as the team prepares for upcoming games.

Lynch expressed optimism about Kittle’s recovery from a hamstring injury. He stated, “George is doing really well. We put him on that short-term IR. He’s not even eligible until after the Rams game, but I think Tampa would be the first game that George is eligible.” He added that Kittle has been putting in significant work and is showing remarkable leadership, a vital trait for the team.

While Kittle is on track for a potential return during Week 6 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Aiyuk’s situation is less optimistic. Lynch explained, “Brandon had a fairly significant injury, involving a lot of different things in his knee. He’s a really gifted athlete and a very hard worker.” He cautioned that although there are no setbacks, Aiyuk’s return timeline remains uncertain.

<p“There’s no absolutes on these things,” Lynch continued. “He’s got to continue to hit markers, and we’ll just continue to monitor his progress. We look forward to that day, but it’s not close.”

The 49ers will need to manage without Aiyuk as they continue their season. Lynch emphasized the importance of being patient with the recovery process. He noted, “We’ll be a better team when Brandon’s out there.” The team is currently focused on maintaining their performance as injuries continue to impact player availability.