What happened: Shanahan collided with an SUV near his Northern California home, according to Adam Schefter and Nick Wagoner. The 49ers said his injuries were non-life-threatening and assigned assistant head coach Chris Foerster and the coordinators some of his responsibilities.
Why it matters: Foerster's temporary assignment puts him at the center of early camp operations while the coordinators oversee their units. San Francisco begins its 2026 installation period under a shared leadership structure.
By the numbers: The crash occurred July 14, 11 days before the July 25 announcement.
What to watch: Watch whether Shanahan's participation expands and how long Foerster's additional responsibilities remain in place.