49ers coach Kyle Shanahan suffers significant injuries in offseason car wreck
The team says the injuries were not life-threatening
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shananhan was involved in a serious car accident last week, the team announced on Saturday.
Shanahan broke his nose, three ribs, his hand, needed over 40 stitches in his face and suffered a severe concussion in the accident, according to ESPN.
"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," the 49ers said in a statement.
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan watches from the sideline during the second half of an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Tampa, Florida, on Oct. 12, 2025. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)
"Assistant Head Coach Chris Foerster along with team coordinators will handle head coach responsibilities during this period."
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