San Francisco 49ers defensive end Nick Bosa has been medically cleared to begin practice as training camp opens, following his recovery from an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear sustained last September. Bosa, a key figure on the team’s defense, devoted much of the offseason to rehabilitation at the 49ers’ facility, opting to remain with the team rather than return to his home in Florida. He is expected to gradually reintroduce himself to practice activities throughout the camp period.

Meanwhile, tight end George Kittle, who suffered a torn Achilles tendon during a playoff game against Philadelphia in January, will start camp on the physically unable to perform (PUP) list, along with three other players from the team. According to head coach Kyle Lynch, Kittle is showing positive signs in his recovery, and the team has not ruled out the possibility of his return in time for the season opener scheduled for September 11 in Australia against the Los Angeles Rams.

The 49ers organization is managing the return of these key players carefully to balance their health with the demands of a high-intensity preseason. The status of Kittle and other injured players will likely remain fluid as the camp progresses and the regular season approaches.