In a candid and tense statement, San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan expressed his concerns over Nick Bosa’s knee injury, revealing that while they are hopeful it’s not an ACL tear, the team is not taking any chances. Shanahan admitted that, despite the initial optimism, more tests are needed to fully understand the extent of the injury.

“We’re hopeful that it’s not an ACL injury, but we’re not ruling anything out just yet,” Shanahan said, his voice tinged with caution. “Right now, it’s a waiting game. We need to conduct further tests to determine the full extent of the injury. Until we know more, everything is still on the table.”

Bosa, one of the 49ers’ key defensive players, suffered the injury during a critical moment in their game, raising immediate concern among teammates, coaches, and fans alike. Shanahan acknowledged the uncertainty surrounding the situation and how crucial it is to gather all the necessary information before moving forward.

“We’re obviously holding our breath a little bit,” Shanahan continued. “Nick’s a huge part of what we do, and we need him out there. But we also need to make sure we’re not rushing him back before we know the full picture. We’ll take it day by day and get him all the tests he needs.”

As the 49ers prepare for their next challenges, the future of their defense hinges on the health of Bosa. Shanahan’s cautious tone reflects just how important it is to ensure Bosa’s full recovery before returning to action, with no risks taken in such a critical situation.