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George Kittle is sounding the alarm on the NFL’s ambitious international expansion, warning that flying 15 hours to Australia for the season opener could jeopardize player health—especially for the 49ers, who already struggle with injuries. As the league pushes for more overseas games, with 10 this year up from nine last season, concerns are mounting about the toll on athletes’ bodies. Kittle’s voice joins that of coach Kyle Shanahan and past teams like the Chiefs and Chargers, who suffered major injuries after playing abroad. With Kittle still rehabbing his own Achilles and the 49ers counting on veteran players, this grueling opener could be a costly gamble for the team—and the league’s global dreams.

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