SANTA CLARA, Calif. — George Kittle’s season debut should come Sunday night in Denver, and while his explosive ability as a receiver could complement Jimmy Garoppolo’s first start since last season’s playoffs, Kittle’s blocking prowess will enhance the NFL’s No. 4 rushing attack.
“He means a ton in both (facets),” coach Kyle Shanahan said Friday, when Kittle fully was cleared to play. “He’s one of our better players. Having him out there is a huge deal for us.”
Kittle, on the verge of his sixth season, is looking forward to Saturday night’s great unveil of the 49ers’ opening script, of which there’ll surely be a mix of ways to use him.
