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Kyle Shanahan suffers non-life-threatening injuries in car crash
USA Today • • general
Key Points:
- San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan suffered non-life-threatening injuries, including a concussion, in a car accident on July 14 and will participate in training camp activities on a limited basis while recovering.
- Assistant Head Coach Chris Foerster, along with other coordinators, will assume Shanahan's head coaching responsibilities during his recovery period.
- 49ers GM John Lynch emphasized a phased return for Shanahan, prioritizing his health and well-being, and expressed confidence in the coaching staff's ability to maintain team operations without disruption.
- The 49ers' training camp began on July 26, ahead of their season opener on September 10 against the Los Angeles Rams in Melbourne, Australia.
- Rams head coach Sean McVay expressed support for Shanahan, offering thoughts and prayers and highlighting Shanahan's leadership and resilience.
