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Kyle Shanahan to Coach Preseason Opener After Car Accident

Published August 9, 2026 · Updated August 9, 2026 · NBC Sports

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan announced he is mostly recovered from a serious car accident and will return to lead the team against the Titans.

Shanahan stated his body feels good and he is ready to handle the noise after a concussion previously caused sensitivity to sound. xsportfeed.quest

Although he delegated some duties to assistant head coach Chris Foerster, Shanahan has watched every play of film and believes he is '100 percent' ready to return to the sideline.

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