George Kittle Starts Training Camp on PUP List for 49Ers
WHO:
Heavy NFL - The 49ers signed Tanner McLachlan as a tight end to address the depth issue created by George Kittle's PUP designation.
Heavy NFL - George Kittle, tight end for the San Francisco 49ers
FF Today - Mykel Williams, defensive end; Isaac Guerendo, running back; Alfred Collins, defensive tackle; John Lynch, General Manager of the 49ers
WHAT:
FF Today - The 49ers placed Mykel Williams on the active/PUP list due to an ACL injury, Isaac Guerendo due to a pec injury, and Alfred Collins due to a shoulder injury.
Heavy NFL - George Kittle will open training camp on the active/PUP (Physically Unable to Perform) list.
FF Today - The 49ers placed George Kittle, Mykel Williams, Isaac Guerendo, and Alfred Collins on the active/PUP list.
FF Today - The 49ers released defensive tackle Evan Anderson.
WHERE:
Heavy NFL - The training camp is for the San Francisco 49ers.
WHEN:
Heavy NFL - Kittle's recovery has kept a Week 1 return against the Rams in play.
FF Today - The 49ers play in Australia during Week 1.
WHY:
FF Today - Kittle is on the PUP list due to an Achilles injury.
FF Today - John Lynch stated, "He's doing everything possible to be ready for week one. And we're thrilled with his progress."
HOW:
FF Today - Players on the active/PUP list, including Kittle, are eligible to come off at any time during training camp.
FF Today - Players on the active/PUP list are eligible to come off at any time.
The 49ers have signed Tanner McLachlan as a tight end to bolster their roster following George Kittle's placement on the physically unable to perform list. In addition, Mykel Williams, Isaac Guerendo, and Alfred Collins have been placed on the active/PUP list due to injuries, including an ACL, a pec, and a shoulder injury, respectively. Players on the active/PUP list, including Kittle, can return at any point during training camp, keeping fans hopeful for their recovery.