Source — San Francisco 49ers believe George Kittle will return for Week 3 – ESPN

San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle is handling a sprained MCL in his left knee that would sideline most gamers for a couple of weeks, however the belief is that he will be prepared to return for Week 3 against the New York Giants, a league source told ESPN.
An MRI on Monday revealed the damage to Kittles MCL, however he was found around the Niners training facility this past week walking without a limp, bolstering the belief– and hope– that he will be back for Week 3.
While the 49ers lack Kittle this Sunday, they will rely more on tight ends Jordan Reed and Ross Dwelley. Reed played 10 snaps in San Franciscos season opener versus Arizona and might see his playing time doubled Sunday against the New York Jets, and Dwelley had 7 catches for 38 lawns and 2 goals in the 2 video games Kittle missed last season.

Beyond their tight ends, the 49ers likewise will be getting 2 other supports. Just recently signed pass receiver Mohamed Sanu, who played under Niners head coach Kyle Shanahan in Atlanta, is expected to make his San Francisco debut Sunday, according to a source.
The Niners also ought to return rookie receiver Brandon Aiyuk, the first-round pick who is expected to make his NFL launching Sunday after missing out on the opener with a hamstring injury.
Kittle, who was ruled out Friday, will remain in the Bay Area this weekend to rehab then will rejoin the team at The Greenbrier resort in Sulphur Springs, West Virginia, next week to get ready for the Week 3 game versus the Giants.