San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan is facing a tough recovery right now after a serious car accident on July 14 left him with severe injuries. Rams head coach Sean McVay, a long-time friend and rival, was one of the first to reach out, and what he said really hits hard.
The Brutal Reality and McVay’s Honest Take
McVay, who worked alongside Shanahan for four years as young assistants in Washington, confirmed that Shanahan is in good spirits despite everything. “Most importantly, thank God he and the other person involved is okay,” McVay said, acknowledging the gravity of the situation. He went on to talk about how a moment like this can really shake you up, forcing a new outlook. “Perspective is everything. We talk about that all the time as coaches, and everybody goes through different things.” You can tell this hit McVay deeply, stressing that the main thing is Kyle’s on the road to recovery.
“Kyle’s a Stud” and the Road Ahead
The extent of Shanahan’s injuries is no joke: he reportedly has a severe concussion, multiple broken bones, and lacerations that needed 40 stitches. That’s a brutal list. McVay, clearly speaking from the heart, made it clear where his loyalties lie. “My thoughts and prayers are with him and his family, and I know he’s got an incredible perspective on it all. And Kyle’s a stud. I have as much respect for him as anybody and he’s a friend of mine, and I love him and hope that he’s going to have a great recovery.” It is a tough blow, but if anyone can tackle a recovery like this, it is probably a coach with that kind of perspective. Everyone’s just hoping for the best for him and his family as he pushes through this.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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