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George Kittle has been in the spotlight for the San Francisco 49ers ahead of their Week 17 game against the Detroit Lions. The tight end has been one of the better-performing players for the 49ers this season and fans want to know whether Kittle will play in the Monday Night Football game.
Is 49ers TE George Kittle playing tonight vs. Lions?
Barring any late injury or setback, George Kittle will play against the Lions on Monday night. The tight end is active on the 49ers roster and is expected to suit up for the Week 17 contest.
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Kittle also kept away from the injury report in the build-up to the matchup against Detroit. He took part in full practice sessions on Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Hence, all signs point toward him playing on Monday.
The 49ers drafted Kittle in the fifth round of the 2017 NFL draft. Since then, he has earned five Pro Bowl honors, two First-team All-Pro selections and two Second-team All-Pro selections.
Kittle has played in two Super Bowls with San Francisco but has never ended up on the winning side. This season, the 49ers (6-9) can't reach the playoffs, but the superstar tight end will want to help his team improve their record in the final stretch of the regular season.
How has 49ers TE George Kittle performed this season?
Kittle is enjoying another strong season with the 49ers, despite the team's overall struggles. The tight end has recorded 967 yards and eight touchdowns on 68 receptions across 13 games. He missed two games due to a hamstring injury.
San Francisco is on a two-game losing streak heading into the clash against Detroit on Monday. Kittle and Co. will find it challenging to snap that losing streak when the in-form Lions (13-2) visit Levi's Stadium.
Here's a look at the TV schedule and live stream details for the 49ers-Lions Week 17 game, where you can catch Kittle in action.
- Date: Monday, Dec. 30, 2024
- Time: 8:15 p.m. ET
- TV channel: ABC/ESPN
- Live stream: Fubo
- Venue: Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California
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