Kyle Shanahan's accident details raise concerns ahead of 49ers preseason
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 8:02 PM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan is facing scrutiny following inconsistent details about his July car accident, where he sustained multiple injuries. Initially, Shanahan explained that he crashed while retrieving his dropped phone. However, he later revealed his Tesla was on autopilot during the crash. Questions have arisen about changes in his story, regarding the location of the phone. As the 49ers prepare for their preseason game against the Tennessee Titans, the situation adds a layer of controversy to the team's focus. Shanahan plans to coach in the game despite ongoing questions.
- •Shanahan's accident occurred on July 14, resulting in multiple injuries.
- •Initial reports stated the phone was between his seats before changing to the backseat.
- •The coach confirmed the vehicle was on autopilot during the crash.
- •Shanahan will coach in the upcoming preseason game against the Titans.
- •Concerns are being raised by podcaster Tony Farmer about the evolving details of the incident.
- 8:02 PMYahoo Sports — ‘This Is Looking Really Bad’ — NFL Podcaster Raises Red Flags As Kyle Shanahan’s ‘Suspicious’ Accident Story ‘Keeps Changing’
"As we approach a month to the day since San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan’s car accident, new details continue to arise. On July 14, the 49ers coach said he took his eyes off the road to retrieve his dropped cell phone.
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