49ers’ Kyle Shanahan nearly lost an eye in car crash, friend says

Key Points:

• Shanahan is still recovering from a severe car accident that left him with multiple broken bones and a concussion, with close calls including nearly losing an eye; his appearances at the start of training camp indicate positive progress in his recovery.
• Chris Simms, a close friend of Shanahan, revealed new details about the accident, including that Shanahan was driving from a chiropractic appointment and expressed emotional distress over the impact on both families involved.
• Four 49ers players missed practice due to injuries sustained during the first training camp session, including Vederian Lowe (high ankle sprain), Christian Kirk (calf strain), Gracen Halton (bone bruise), and Andrew Farmer II (back issue).
• Rookie defensive end Romello Height was carted off with a leg cramp, while key edge rushers Nick Bosa and Mykel Williams continue to recover from ACL injuries, with Bosa aiming to be ready by Week 1 and Williams’ return timeline uncertain.
• At defensive tackle, Osa Odighizuwa and CJ West are leading the position after the offseason loss of starters, with Alfred Collins progressing well from a shoulder injury compared to other injured players on the physically unable to perform list.