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Linda Cohn questions Adam Schefter's reporting on Shanahan car accident

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Last updated Aug 1, 2026

Linda Cohn questions Adam Schefter's reporting on Shanahan car accident

Summary

Former ESPN reporter Linda Cohn has raised concerns regarding the coverage of Kyle Shanahan's recent car accident. Shanahan, head coach of the San Francisco 49ers, suffered multiple injuries including a concussion and fractured ribs. Cohn highlighted the rapid response of Adam Schefter, who tweeted details about the accident just one minute after the team's announcement, suggesting he may have had prior knowledge. Cohn expressed empathy for Shanahan, noting the unusual delay in public awareness of the incident that left him seriously injured.

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Status Watch

•Kyle Shanahan was involved in a serious car accident, suffering multiple injuries.
•Linda Cohn questions Adam Schefter’s swift reporting after the incident.
•Details about the accident were publicly revealed 11 days later.
•Cohn suggests there has been a lack of communication from the other driver.
•Shanahan's recovery continues as he aims to return to coaching.

Latest Updates

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What they're saying

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It’s been roughly half a month since San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan was involved in a car accident. Yet, it’s been less than a week since the public learned about the incident, which left the coach concussed, with three fractured ribs, plus a broken hand and a broken nose.
— Yahoo Sports