Kyle Shanahan: George Kittle's passing everything, didn't mean to say he had a setback
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Key Points:
- 49ers tight end George Kittle is actively practicing and participating in team drills as the team prepares for their upcoming trip to Australia, indicating progress in his recovery from a torn Achilles.
- Head coach Kyle Shanahan clarified that his previous comment about Kittle "taking a step back" was a miscommunication and did not reflect any change in Kittle's return timeline.
- Kittle's availability for Week 1 against the Rams remains uncertain, but the team hopes to decide on his status before traveling to Melbourne.
- Defensive end Nick Bosa is also expected to practice this week, with the 49ers aiming to have both key players ready for the season opener.
