NFL News: 49ers’ George Kittle addresses torn Achilles

San Francisco 49ers star George Kittle shared a somber post after suffering a season-ending Achilles injury during the team’s playoff win against the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday.

Kittle shared photos on Instagram of himself in the locker room with his wife, Claire, being carted off the field and a panel from the “Calvin and Hobbes” cartoon.

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“Football stinks sometimes,” the star tight end wrote. “But I love it. I love these guys and this team. Heartbroken but I’ve felt so much love and support from everyone reaching out. I’ll be good. Thank you. We’re not done yet!”

“Even when your team owner is the first person to meet you in the locker room, you know you’re in a special place.”

Kittle had one catch for six yards in the win. 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan said after the game that Kittle had suffered a torn Achilles and will miss the remainder of the playoffs.

Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Quinyon Mitchell breaks up a pass to San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle during the first half of an NFL wild-card playoff football game Sunday, Jan. 11, 2026, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)

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The seven-time Pro Bowler finished his ninth season with San Francisco. He played in 11 games and had 57 catches for 628 yards and seven touchdowns. He missed some time with several injuries during the season, starting with a torn hamstring.

He was a key piece in keeping the 49ers afloat while the entire guard battled through injuries.

San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle sits on the cart after an injury during the first half of an NFL wild-card playoff football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Jan. 11, 2026, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Chris Szagola)

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San Francisco finished 12-5 and will take on the Seattle Seahawks in the NFC Divisional Round.