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The 49ers were mathematically eliminated from the playoffs, but are still playing to win – and even playing against one of their most important players, who has struggled to stay healthy.
San Francisco tight end George Kittle will play the Cardinals on Saturday, coach Kyle Shanahan confirmed.
Kittle was scheduled to return from injury reserve last week after losing the last six games due to a foot injury, and Shanahan said he has been doing very well in training and could be the healthiest player on the team.
Shanahan said Kittle may be on a pitch count to make it easier for him to return to the team, but he will be out there, and the Cardinals will have to answer for one of the best tight ends in the NFL.