The San Francisco 49ers announced that Head Coach Kyle Shanahan was involved in a serious car accident last week. According to ESPN, Shanahan sustained a broken nose, three broken ribs, a hand injury, required over 40 stitches on his face, and suffered a severe concussion.
“San Francisco 49ers Head Coach Kyle Shanahan was involved in a car accident last week where he suffered non-life-threatening injuries. Coach Shanahan will participate in team activities on a limited basis at the start of training camp while he recovers. Coach Shanahan and the 49ers organization would like to sincerely thank all first responders involved for their efforts and care,” stated the 49ers.
The responsibility for coaching duties will temporarily fall on Assistant Head Coach Chris Foerster and other team coordinators while Shanahan recovers.
This information is part of a developing story. More updates will follow as they become available.
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