49ers Tight End George Kittle Exits Seahawks Game With Hamstring Injury

San Francisco 49ers star tight end George Kittle suffered a hamstring injury during the first half of their season opener against the Seattle Seahawks and was ruled out for the remainder of the game. Kittle contributed four catches for 25 yards, including a touchdown on the team’s opening drive, before exiting due to the injury. The 49ers will rely on tight ends Luke Farrell and Jake Tonges to fill the void for the rest of the game, with Farrell noted for his blocking ability and previous receiving experience. Other key 49ers players, including linebacker Fred Warner and left tackle Trent Williams, also experienced minor injuries but remained in the game. The early ruling out of Kittle raises concerns about the potential length of his absence, continuing a pattern of injuries among the 49ers’ top players. The team’s injury challenges highlight ongoing durability issues despite their talent.