San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan has spoken publicly for the first time since a serious car crash left him with broken ribs, a broken nose, a broken left hand, facial lacerations and a concussion. At his first press conference since the collision, he confirmed he will return to the sideline for the team's first preseason game this week, and used the appearance to reflect on how the ordeal has changed his outlook, including on the use of Tesla's Autopilot system and on concussions.

The crash, described as a head-on collision, was serious enough to sideline Shanahan from coaching duties while he recovered from multiple injuries. His comments have drawn attention to the circumstances of the accident, with reporting noting that Autopilot was involved, prompting Shanahan to address the technology directly alongside discussing his personal recovery and renewed perspective on head injuries such as concussion.