San Francisco 49ers veterans are reporting to training camp on Saturday, with the team's first practice scheduled for Sunday. However, head coach Kyle Shanahan will have a limited role at the start of camp as he recovers from injuries sustained in a recent car accident.
The 49ers announced Saturday that Shanahan was involved in a car accident last week but suffered non-life-threatening injuries.
"San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan was involved in a car accident last week where he suffered non-life-threatening injuries," the team said in a statement issued to the media. "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.
"Assistant head coach Chris Foerster, along with team coordinators, will handle head coach responsibilities during this period."
ESPN reports that Shanahan broke his nose, three ribs, and his hand, and needed 40 stitches in his face during the July 14 accident. He also suffered a severe concussion. Shanahan's vehicle collided with an SUV near his California home.
"Shanahan has been recovering at home and is believed to be healing well, but with training camp starting Sunday, doctors will not clear him for all activities until concussion symptoms clear," ESPN stated.
Earlier this week, the 49ers announced that the first training camp media availability would take place Saturday at 11 a.m. PT. Curiously, the team did not specifically list the scheduled participants. Now, we know why. Lynch is still expected to speak with reporters.
Shanahan, 46, enters his 10th season as the 49ers' head coach. San Francisco is looking to build on last season's 12-win campaign and playoff appearance despite battling a wave of injuries throughout the 2025 season.
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