San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle is carted off the field after suffering a Achillies tendon injury in the second quarter shelving him for the rest of the post season. Kittle was injured at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia on Sun Jan 11, 2026 (AP News photo)

San Francisco 49ers podcast David Zizmor:

#1 How will Brock Purdy’s decision-making and accuracy influence the 49ers’ ability to move the ball consistently against Seattle’s defense, especially without tight end George Kittle active?

#2 Can Christian McCaffrey continue his dominant playoff form by making big plays both as a runner and a receiver to help the 49ers control possession and keep Seattle’s explosive offense off the field?

#3 What impact might Fred Warner’s potential return to action have on the 49ers’ defensive performance, and how could his presence alter Seattle’s offensive strategy?

San Francisco 49ers podcasts with David Zizmor are heard after every 49ers home and away game at http://www.sportsradioservice.com