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George Kittle (Achilles) practiced on Monday as the 49ers prep for Week 1 against the Rams in Australia. While his return looks encouraging, expect a possible pitch count in his first game back, making him a risky, boom/bust TE1 for fantasy.
Naomi Osaka revealed an ongoing Achilles issue—nagging since the grass-season—that flared during her US Open win over Elise Mertens, triggering a medical timeout before she prevailed 6-3, 3-6, 7-5 in 2h38. She hopes to manage the problem ahead of a fourth-round match with Elena Rybakina, whom she recently faced at the Canadian Open, as she competes for a potential spot in the world No. 1 race among Sabalenka, Rybakina, Pegula and Gauff.
Rumors that Elliot Page would play Achilles in Christopher Nolan’s Odyssey have been contested after a Hungarian distributor leak suggested Page is actually voicing Sinon, a Trojan War figure from Virgil’s Aeneid (not Homer’s Odyssey); Universal has not confirmed the role, and the chatter has surged amid right-wing backlash over historical accuracy.
San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle, still recovering from last season’s Achilles tear, sprang into action in the early hours to rescue his wife from a spider in their bathroom. He struck the arachnid on the first attempt and, after hugs and kisses for bravery, got back to rest. PETA responded, saying spiders deserve a good day and offering a humane bug catcher. With his injury sidelining him for now, Kittle remains focused on Week 1 prep.
Trailer chatter is swirling that Elliot Page may play Achilles in Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey, though no casting has been confirmed; the film’s cast includes Matt Damon as Odysseus, Tom Holland as Telemachus, and Anne Hathaway as Penelope, with Lupita Nyong’o rumored as Helen of Troy. Page appears briefly in a mud-smeared, shadowy scene and delivers a line that fans link to the Nekyia, suggesting Nolan’s potential bold, emotionally focused take on the myth. Release is July 17.
Colts quarterback Daniel Jones has begun throwing and dropping back about six months after his December Achilles surgery, per head coach Shane Steichen.
Browns owner Jimmy Haslam says Deshaun Watson will get a fresh start under new coach Todd Monken, with Watson’s job potentially up for grabs in 2026 after missing the 2025 season with injuries; in-house contenders Shedeur Sanders and Dillon Gabriel remain, and outside moves could come into play as Cleveland maps its QB plan.
Jayson Tatum returned from a 298-day Achilles rupture layoff, overcoming rough early rust to finish with 15 points, 12 rebounds and 7 assists in 27 minutes as Boston beat Dallas 120-100. The sell-out TD Garden celebrated his long-awaited return, and while the Celtics had thrived without him with a top offensive rating, his back signals a new, deeper chapter as he ramps back into action alongside a supporting cast led by Jaylen Brown.
Celtics star Jayson Tatum could make his season debut Friday against the Dallas Mavericks after a right Achilles tear last May. He had surgery within 24 hours, has progressed through rehab (including a Maine Celtics stint and five-on-five work), and is expected to play with a minutes restriction and no back-to-backs. Boston, 41-21 and led by Jaylen Brown, will rely on Tatum’s return to boost offense and defense as the playoffs approach.
Boston’s Jayson Tatum could return as early as Friday against the Mavericks after an Achilles injury, with ESPN’s Shams Charania listing him questionable. The Celtics sit 41-21 and second in the East, having reshaped payroll by trading Jrue Holiday and Kristaps Porziņģis, yet overachieving this season. Expect a cautious ramp-up and rust removal as coach Joe Mazzulla treads carefully, much like Paul George did after his 2014 injury, with the priority on long-term health and postseason readiness over a rushed return.
At the NFL Scouting Combine, the Indianapolis Colts expressed strong mutual interest in Daniel Jones, with GM Chris Ballard and coach Shane Steichen calling negotiations positive and aiming to finalize a contract before free agency. Jones is coming back from a December Achilles tear and is projected to be ready for training camp in about eight months, a timeline the Colts believe is feasible given his rehab. They also note his injury history as a factor in talks, while the quarterback market remains robust for the open market.
Notre Dame was routed 100-56 by No. 1 Duke as head coach Micah Shrewsberry injured his lower left leg, later reported as an Achilles injury, and left the court in a walking boot with assistance. He returned briefly in the second half but remained seated much of the time. The Irish were also missing their top scorers Markus Burton and Jalen Haralson with ankle injuries, and it’s unclear whether Shrewsberry will coach in the next game versus NC State.
George Kittle tore his Achilles in the 49ers' 23-19 wild-card win over the Eagles, ending his season after just one catch in the first half; Jake Tonges will start at tight end as Demarcus Robinson (111 yards, 1 TD) and Christian McCaffrey (66 yards, 2 TDs) led the offense, with San Francisco also dealing with a rash of injuries to key players.
Gabby Thomas will miss the upcoming World Track and Field Championships due to an Achilles injury that worsened in July, despite her success at the 2024 Paris Olympics. She emphasized the importance of health and patience over pushing through injury, and her absence is a disappointment for fans and her team.
Ronald Acuña Jr. of the Atlanta Braves was placed on the injured list with Achilles tendon inflammation after exiting a game with injury, adding to the team's ongoing struggles in a disappointing season.