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Kyle Shanahan reveals return timeline after car crash injuries

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 8:36 PM

Last updated Aug 9, 2026

Kyle Shanahan reveals return timeline after car crash injuries

Summary

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan spoke to the media for the first time since his car crash four weeks ago. He sustained multiple injuries, including a broken hand and ribs, as well as a concussion. Shanahan reported he is almost at full fitness and will return to the sidelines for the 49ers' first preseason game against the Tennessee Titans on Thursday. He mentioned the importance of managing his health during the recovery process while delegating responsibilities to assistant coach Chris Foerster.

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•Shanahan broke his left hand, three ribs, and suffered a concussion.
•He will be on the sidelines for the preseason opener against the Titans.
•Assistant coach Chris Foerster has taken over duties during Shanahan's recovery.
•Shanahan feels he is near 100% health as he resumes coaching responsibilities.

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8:36 PMYahoo Sports — ‘I will get there’ – Kyle Shanahan reveals when he’ll return to San Francisco 49ers sideline after car crash

What they're saying

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San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan is working his way back to full health after he was injured in a car crash. Shanahan broke his left hand, three ribs, and had a concussion following the accident that happened four weeks ago.
— Yahoo Sports

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