The San Francisco 49ers have a massive game against the Chicago Bears this Sunday with huge implications for the NFC playoff picture. And they may be without star tight end George Kittle, which could force a former unlikely hero to reprise his role.
Kittle injured his ankle in Week 16's game against the Indianapolis Colts. He has missed practice this week, which puts his status for Sunday night's game in doubt. It would be a huge loss for San Francisco's offense is he is unable to go.
The All-Pro has 599 receiving yards on the season on 52 catches with seven touchdowns.