San Francisco 49ers defensive end Keion White recovers from gunshot injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 4, 2026, 6:28 PM
Last updated Sep 4, 2026

San Francisco 49ers defensive end Keion White is back with the team following surgery to repair a fractured talus bone. White suffered the injury from a gunshot wound to his right ankle during an altercation at a San Francisco nightclub following Super Bowl 60. The surgery involved the insertion of two screws, requiring an extensive physical therapy and training program throughout the offseason. Despite the severity of the injury, White reported that he feels good as he returns to the defensive rotation. His return arrives as the 49ers manage several injuries within the defensive line group, including Nick Bosa, Mykel Williams, Sam Okuayinonu, and Romello Height. White, who was traded to San Francisco from the New England Patriots last season, provides versatility as a defender capable of playing both inside and outside positions.
- •Keion White sustained a gunshot wound to his right ankle after Super Bowl 60.
- •Surgery was required to insert two screws into his talus bone.
- •White returned to training after completing offseason physical therapy.
- •The 49ers defensive line is currently dealing with injuries to several other players.
- •White joined the 49ers after a trade from the New England Patriots.
- 8:23 PMYahoo Sports — 49ers’ Keion White delivers jaw-dropping quote on being shot this offseason
- 6:28 PMYahoo Sports — 49ers’ Keion White opens up about ‘trauma’ of gunshot wound recovery
"The 49ers have had two players that have been shot within the last two years. It’s starting to become a regular thing for San Francisco, according to defensive lineman Keion...
"Keion White needed surgery and two screws.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 4, 2026, 8:23 PM49ers’ Keion White delivers jaw-dropping quote on being shot this offseason
The 49ers have had two players that have been shot within the last two years. It’s starting to become a regular thing for San Francisco, according to defensive lineman Keion...
- Yahoo SportsSep 4, 2026, 6:28 PM49ers’ Keion White opens up about ‘trauma’ of gunshot wound recovery
Keion White needed surgery and two screws.
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