7/25/2026
(Santa Clara, CA) San Francisco 49ers head football coach Kyle Shanahan was involved in a serious car accident back on July 14. The results of that accident are now just being released. A broken nose, concussion, broken ribs and hand and multiple stiches will have Shanahan sidelined for some time just as training camp is getting underway.
The 49ers released the following statement on their website:
Statement from San Francisco 49ers:
“San Francisco 49ers Head Coach Kyle Shanahan was involved in a car accident last week where he suffered non-life-threatening injuries. Coach Shanahan will participate in team activities on a limited basis at the start of training camp while he recovers. Coach Shanahan and the 49ers organization would like to sincerely thank all first responders involved for their efforts and care.
Assistant Head Coach Chris Foerster along with team coordinators will handle head coach responsibilities during this period.”
General Manager John Lynch addressed the media with this statement on this link.
ESPN’s Adam Schefter broke the news on social media today and he and Nick Wagoner have a full report. You can read their full story on this link.
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