Kyle Shanahan (Photo Credit: Matt Kartozian-Imagn Images) Kyle Shanahan was only 37 years of age when he accepted the San Francisco 49ers ’ head coaching position in 2017. That was eight years ago.

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan looks as if he has aged more than he should have in the last eight years. Jonah Morgan Apr 3, 2025 11:32 AM EDT In this story: ...

But again, Shanahan is only 45, a baby by NFL coaching standards. And he only needs to look towards the Chiefs Andy Reid, who was crushed for never winning it all with the Philadelphia Eagles.

The 49ers finally have Jones on their roster, too. Shanahan will get to work with the 26-year-old Jones after the free agent signed a two-year, $7 million contract with the Niners.