49ers say coach Kyle Shanahan expected to recover from concussion before season opener

San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch addressed the media on Saturday, confirming that head coach Kyle Shanahan was injured in a July 14 car collision that resulted in a broken nose, three fractured ribs, a hand injury, facial stitches and a concussion. Lynch said Shanahan is receiving care under the team's concussion protocol, which is typically used for players, and that medical staff will determine his return timeline.

Shanahan has visited the team facility since the accident and is expected to have a limited role at the start of training camp, possibly attending some practices. Offensive line coach and assistant head coach Chris Foerster will assume head-coaching duties until Shanahan is cleared.

"The expectation is that, long before the season opener against the Rams in Australia, he'll be better," Lynch said, adding that the team will follow doctors' guidance and prioritize Shanahan's health.

The 49ers anticipate Shanahan will be cleared well before the opening game, allowing him to resume full coaching responsibilities.