49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan involved in car accident
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 25, 2026, 4:13 PM
Last updated Jul 25, 2026
San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan was involved in a car accident last week, sustaining non-life-threatening injuries including a broken nose, three broken ribs, and a concussion. The incident occurred near his home in northern California. Assistant head coach Chris Foerster will handle Shanahan's responsibilities as he recovers, participating in team activities on a limited basis during training camp. The 49ers organization has expressed gratitude to first responders for their assistance in the situation.
- •Kyle Shanahan suffered injuries from a car accident last week.
- •He will participate in team activities on a limited basis.
- •Chris Foerster will manage head coach responsibilities.
- •The 49ers have thanked first responders for their care.
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"San Francisco 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan suffers concussion, broken nose and fractured ribs in car crash - Shanahan suffered a concussion, a broken nose, several fractured ribs, and hand injuries in the crash
"The longtime Seahawks rival coach suffered several injuries after a car collision near his home last week.
"Kyle Shanahan suffered a broken nose, three ribs, as well as a concussion in a car accident.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 25, 2026, 7:22 PMSan Francisco 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan hurt in car crash
San Francisco 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan suffers concussion, broken nose and fractured ribs in car crash - Shanahan suffered a concussion, a broken nose, several fractured ribs, and hand injuries in the crash
- Yahoo SportsJul 25, 2026, 5:40 PMWho is Chris Foerster? 49ers assistant handling HC duties after Kyle Shanahan car crash
Shanahan suffered significant injuries in a recent car crash
- Yahoo SportsJul 25, 2026, 5:38 PM49ers coach Kyle Shanahan recovering from ‘severe concussion’ after car crash
The longtime Seahawks rival coach suffered several injuries after a car collision near his home last week.
- Yahoo SportsJul 25, 2026, 4:13 PM49ers HC Kyle Shanahan involved in a car accident; Chris Foerster to handle HC responsibilities
Kyle Shanahan suffered a broken nose, three ribs, as well as a concussion in a car accident.
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