With George Kittle’s availability in question, the 49ers on Saturday elevated a tight end from the practice squad for a potential backup role.The 49ers flexed tight end Brayden Willis and linebacker Eric Kendricks from the practice squad to be available to play Sunday night against the Chicago Bears at Levi’s Stadium.Kittle, who did not practice this week due to an ankle sprain, is listed as questionable for the 49ers’ Week 17 game. He sustained the injury on Monday night against the Indianapolis Colts.The 49ers (11-4) control their own destiny in their quest for home-field advantage throughout the playoffs. The Bears (11-4) also enter Sunday’s game with a playoff berth assured. Chicago currently occupies the No. 2 seed in the NFC.If Kittle is declared as one of the 49ers’ inactive players on Sunday, Luke Farrell and Jake Tonges would share the duties at tight end.Farrell started four games this season. He has 11 catches for 85 yards and two touchdowns. Tonges has started one game. He has 27 receptions for 233 yards and four touchdowns.Willis would be the 49ers’ No. 3 tight end. He has seen action in five games this season,...
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