Kyle Shanahan Appears at 49ers Training Camp Amid Accident Recovery
Summary
49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan appeared at the team’s training camp after a serious car accident that caused several injuries. While Shanahan is recovering and working in a limited role, assistant coach Chris Foerster is handling some of his duties.Key Facts
- Kyle Shanahan was involved in a car accident on July 14 and suffered multiple injuries including a broken nose, three broken ribs, a broken hand, and a severe concussion.
- Shanahan required over 40 stitches for his face injuries and was wearing a soft cast on his left hand during training camp.
- He made a brief appearance lasting just over 30 minutes at the 49ers training camp.
- Assistant head coach Chris Foerster is temporarily taking over some coaching responsibilities.
- The 49ers had a 12-5 record last season and reached the NFL Playoffs.
- San Francisco added Pro Bowl wide receiver Mike Evans in the offseason.
- The 49ers’ preseason starts on August 13 against the Tennessee Titans, and Shanahan’s return to full coaching depends on concussion protocol clearance.
- The first regular-season game is on September 10 against the Los Angeles Rams in Melbourne, Australia, and Shanahan is expected to be able to coach by then.
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