Kyle Shanahan updates Nick Bosa's rehab progress amid knee recovery
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 1:51 AM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026

49ers coach Kyle Shanahan reported that defensive end Nick Bosa is "making a lot of progress" in his rehabilitation from knee surgery. Bosa has been sidelined since August 3 due to soreness and tendinitis in his right knee, which had undergone surgery last September. Shanahan noted that Bosa is experiencing less irritation and soreness compared to the previous week, but did not provide a specific timeline for his return to practice or game action. The 28-year-old has not managed a double-digit sack season since 2023, having played only 17 games over the last two seasons.
- •Nick Bosa has not practiced since August 3.
- •Bosa underwent knee surgery in September 2023.
- •Shanahan optimistic about Bosa's recovery but gives no timeline.
- •Bosa has not had a double-digit sack season since 2023.
- •49ers expect Bosa to return to form if recovery continues successfully.
- 1:51 AMYahoo Sports — Kyle Shanahan says Nick Bosa is "making a lot of progress" in rehab
"49ers defensive end Nick Bosa has not practiced since Aug. 3 with soreness and tendinitis in his surgically repaired right knee. 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan did not provide a timeline for Bosa on Tuesday.
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