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49ers coach Kyle Shanahan takes blame for the crash that left him with a concussion
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· July 28, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The other vehicle was being driven by a 21-year-old woman.
San Francisco 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan was involved in a car crash that resulted in a concussion and other injuries. The incident occurred when Shanahan took his eyes off the road to retrieve his cell phone, leading to a collision with another vehicle. The other vehicle was being driven by a 21-year-old woman.
Shanahan has taken responsibility for the crash, citing his own actions as the cause. Further details about the incident are available from local news sources, including an interview where Shanahan explains the circumstances surrounding the crash.
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Category: safety Published: July 28, 2026 Source: KRON4 (KRON-TV) Reading time: 1 min
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