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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, leaving the field and a panel from the comic strip “Calvin and Hobbes.”
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San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle (85) is carted off the field after an injury during the first half of an NFL wild card playoff football game against the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday, Jan. 11, 2026, in Philadelphia. (Derik Hamilton/AP Photo)
“Football sucks 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 who reached out. I’ll be good. Thank you. We’re not done yet!”
“Plus, 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 tendon and will miss the rest of the playoffs.
Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Quinyon Mitchell breaks up a pass intended for 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. (Matt Rourke/AP Photo)
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The seven-time Pro Bowler finished his ninth season with San Francisco. He played in 11 games and had 57 receptions for 628 yards and seven touchdowns. He missed some time with various injuries throughout the season, starting with a torn hamstring.
He was a key piece in keeping the 49ers afloat while the entire roster battled 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 on Sunday, Jan. 11, 2026, in Philadelphia. (Chris Szagola/AP Photo)
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San Francisco finished 12-5 and will face the Seattle Seahawks in the NFC Divisional Round.
