49ers Coach Kyle Shanahan Suffers Multiple Injuries in Palo Alto Car Crash
San Francisco 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan has taken responsibility for a car crash in Palo Alto on July 14 that resulted in him sustaining a concussion, broken ribs, a broken nose, and a broken left hand. Shanahan stated he looked…
Detroit, MI, July 28, 2026 —
San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan was involved in a car accident in Palo Alto on July 14, sustaining a concussion, broken ribs, a broken nose, and a fractured left hand. Shanahan has accepted responsibility for the incident.
According to Shanahan, the collision occurred when he momentarily lost sight of the road after looking down to retrieve a dropped cell phone. This lapse in attention led to a crash with another vehicle. The individual driving the other vehicle reportedly sustained minor injuries.
Authorities have confirmed Shanahan’s account of the events leading up to the crash. Police are in the process of rectifying a clerical error in their initial report, which had incorrectly assigned fault.
The extent of Shanahan’s injuries, including the concussion and multiple fractures, may impact his immediate availability and duties with the 49ers. Further information regarding his recovery timeline was not immediately provided.
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