Kyle Shanahan discusses car accident injuries ahead of preseason opener

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Last updated Aug 8, 2026

Kyle Shanahan discusses car accident injuries ahead of preseason opener
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San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan publicly addressed his injuries from a car accident during a media appearance on August 8. The accident occurred on July 14, leaving Shanahan with a broken nose, three broken ribs, a broken hand, and over 40 stitches in his face. He shared that his Tesla was on autopilot at 20 miles per hour when the accident happened. Shanahan is set to coach the 49ers in their preseason opener against the Tennessee Titans on August 13 and reported that his condition is improving as concussion symptoms subside.

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  • Shanahan sustained multiple injuries in the July 14 accident.
  • He was on autopilot at the time of the crash.
  • Shanahan plans to coach against the Titans on August 13.
  • His condition is reportedly improving ahead of the game.
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  • 11:40 PMCBS NFL49ers' Kyle Shanahan says his car was on autopilot at the time of his recent accident
  • 11:08 PMYahoo Sports49ers Kyle Shanahan talks publicly for the first time about his July 14 car accident
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San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan shares candid thoughts about his July 14 car accident.

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Shanahan publicly addressed the accident for the first time on Saturday

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