The San Francisco 49ers are traveling to Australia for their Week 1 opener against the Los Angeles Rams with two key players, tight end George Kittle and defensive end Nick Bosa, in the party. Multiple reports indicate the trip is a sign the team is still aiming to have them available for the Sept. 10 game.
Yahoo Sports reports that Kittle, who tore his Achilles in January, is already working toward a return. Yahoo Sports also says Bosa will travel as well, aligning with the team’s hope to get both players into the lineup. The Times of India adds more detail, citing that NFL insider Ian Rapoport reports Kittle is trending toward playing after two positive practice days.
Bosa’s status is described as more limited, with the Times of India stating he is continuing to ramp up following surgery on his knee and remains uncertain for the opener. Across outlets, the common point is that both players are still in contention because they travel with the team, though neither is confirmed to play.
