The 49ers got a glimpse of Head Coach Kyle Shanahan on the practice field Sunday, but it was just a fleeting moment. Shanahan, still recovering from a severe concussion sustained in a July 14 car accident, was present for roughly 30 minutes, a sign that his participation in training camp is going to be extremely limited this season.
Barely There, Barely Coaching
It is clear the aftermath of that car crash is serious. Shanahan was on the field Sunday, July 26, to watch most of the 11-on-11 portion of practice. He was positioned deep behind the secondary, observing alongside G.M. John Lynch. This wasn’t a return to full duty, not even close. He is officially participating in training camp on a limited basis, and there is no timeline for when he will be cleared to resume his full coaching responsibilities. That’s a huge question mark hanging over San Francisco’s season before it even starts.
Who’s Running the Show?
With Shanahan sidelined by these injuries, Assistant Head Coach Chris Foerster has stepped up, currently serving as the head coach. This setup means the 49ers are navigating a critical early part of their season with a significant change at the top. Their season opener is coming fast, set for September 10 against the Rams in Melbourne, Australia. It is a massive game to kick off the year, and they will be doing it without their full coaching staff leadership.
So, as the 49ers gear up for that clash against the Rams in Australia on September 10, the big question remains: when will Shanahan truly be back? Right now, Foerster is calling the shots, and everyone in San Francisco is holding their breath, wondering how long this “limited basis” will last for their injured coach.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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