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Kyle Shanahan returns to 49ers after car accident injuries

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 1:00 AM

Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Kyle Shanahan returns to 49ers after car accident injuries

Summary

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan is set to lead the team in a preseason game against the Los Angeles Chargers on August 20, following a serious car crash on July 14. The accident resulted in a concussion, broken ribs, and facial injuries that required surgical stitching. Shanahan was driving his Tesla Model S when he was distracted by his phone, leading to a collision with another vehicle. After scaling back his duties during training camp, he has gradually resumed his responsibilities and returned to the sidelines for the team's preseason opener. This upcoming game marks an important step in his recovery.

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•Shanahan was involved in a car accident on July 14.
•He sustained a concussion, broken ribs, and facial injuries.
•The 49ers initially kept the accident private for 11 days.
•He returns to the sideline for the preseason clash against the Chargers.
•The crash raised questions about Tesla's Autopilot system's reliability.

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What they're saying

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San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan is preparing for another preseason test after a frightening car crash interrupted his summer. The accident left the veteran coach with several injuries and a concussion, forcing him to scale back his work during training camp.
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