Kyle Shanahan's recent concussion changes his perspective on head injuries
NBC Sports • • sports
Key Points:
- 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan, who recently suffered a severe concussion in a car accident, expressed increased empathy and understanding toward players dealing with brain injuries.
- Shanahan highlighted the variability of concussions, noting that terms like "mild" or "severe" do not fully capture the individual experience and recovery process.
- He emphasized the importance of players not returning to play until fully recovered, acknowledging that some may hide symptoms or resist evaluation to avoid missing games.
- Shanahan praised the NFL's concussion protocols and medical support, contrasting them with his own recovery experience lacking formal guidelines.
- Moving forward, Shanahan’s personal experience may make him more patient and supportive of players recovering from concussions, potentially protecting their positions on the depth chart during recovery.
