Kyle Shanahan: San Francisco 49ers coach injured in car crash that will limit his participation at start of training camp

San Francisco 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan was injured in a car crash earlier in July that will limit his participation at the start of training camp, the team announced Saturday.

The team described the injuries only as "non-life-threatening" and thanked first responders for their work at the scene of the crash last week.

The Niners will conduct their first practice with assistant head coach/offensive line coach Chris Foerster running the team, along with coordinators Klay Kubiak, Raheem Morris and Brant Boyer.

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"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.

"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 organisation 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."

Shanahan is entering his 10th season as 49ers coach and is one of the most highly regarded coaches in the game for his offensive acumen.

San Francisco has made two trips to the Super Bowl under his watch following the 2019 and 2023 seasons and made two additional appearances in the NFC title game in the 2021 and '22 seasons.

Shanahan has a 91-72 record in the regular season and playoffs for the 49ers, ranking third in franchise history in wins behind George Seifert (108) and Bill Walsh (102).

The team overcame significant injuries last season to finish 12-5 in the regular season and win a playoff game as Shanahan finished fifth in voting for the AP NFL Coach of the Year.

They open the season September 10 against the Los Angeles Rams in Melbourne, Australia.

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