Kyle Shanahan announces when he’ll return to the 49ers’ sideline
Kyle Shanahan plans to return to the 49ers this week.
San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan disclosed fresh information regarding his accident to journalists and confirmed his return to the sidelines. Shanahan revealed an additional detail about the incident, stating he mistakenly believed his autopilot switch was activated in his Tesla at the time of the accident. He admitted to taking his eyes off the road, which led to the crash, but clarified that he is uncertain if the system malfunctioned or if he inadvertently deactivated it. "That's something I don't know yet," he added.
Shanahan emphasized that regardless of autopilot usage, drivers must maintain focus on the road. "You can't take your eyes off the road," he reiterated. "Driving is a partnership. You don't just turn it over to a computer. It’s a valuable lesson, no matter how comfortable I am with it, that someday it could save my life or someone else’s."
The coach also announced he would be back on the 49ers' sidelines for their pre-season game against the Tennessee Titans on Thursday at home. This news came as a surprise, as some speculated that Shanahan wouldn't be able to return so soon after his accident. However, he expressed confidence in his recovery, saying, "I can’t tell you guys how close it is. I’m getting there. And I will be there."
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