A car accident involving San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan occurred in July, resulting in non-life-threatening injuries that will restrict his participation in the initial stages of training camp, according to the team's announcement on Saturday. The team expressed gratitude to first responders for their efforts at the scene.
Assistant head coach Chris Foerster, along with coordinators Klay Kubiak, Raheem Morris, and Brant Boyer, will oversee the team during the first practice. The team stated, 'Head coach Kyle Shanahan of the San Francisco 49ers was involved in a car accident last week, sustaining non-life-threatening injuries.
Coach Shanahan will be involved in team activities on a limited basis at the start of training camp as he recuperates. Coach Shanahan and the 49ers organization would like to extend their sincere appreciation to all first responders for their efforts and care.' With Shanahan entering his 10th season as 49ers coach, the team has made significant progress under his guidance, including two Super Bowl appearances following the 2019 and 2023 seasons. The 49ers have also made two NFC title game appearances in the 2021 and '22 seasons.
Shanahan boasts a 91-72 record in the regular season and playoffs, ranking third in franchise history in wins. The team demonstrated resilience in the face of significant injuries last season, finishing 12-5 in the regular season and securing a playoff win.
Shanahan received recognition for his coaching, finishing fifth in voting for the AP NFL Coach of the Year. The 49ers are set to open their season on September 10 against the Los Angeles Rams in Melbourne, Australia.