49ers' Kittle, Purdy expected to play vs. Patriots

September 27, 2024 - 5:26pm

San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle (85) moves toward the sidelines during the second half of an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings, Sunday, Sept. 15, 2024 in Minneapolis. Minnesota won 23-17. (Stacy Bengs/AP)

The San Francisco 49ers appear to be getting healthier heading into Week 4.

Head coach Kyle Shanahan announced Friday that tight end George Kittle and quarterback Brock Purdy have been cleared to play Sunday against the Patriots. Additionally, receiver Deebo Samuel and tackle Trent Williams are questionable for the game.

Kittle missed last week's game against the Rams with a hamstring injury. Purdy played against the Rams but was slowed by a back issue during the week.

Samuel has missed two games with a calf strain but re-joined the team for practice this week. Williams missed practice this week due to an illness.

It wasn't all good news for the 49ers, however. Shanahan also announced that backup linebacker Curtis Robinson has a torn ACL and will miss the remainder of the season.