49ers lock in Kyle Shanahan with multi-year extension, signaling long-term plan

Kyle Shanahan signed a multiyear contract extension with the 49ers in the offseason, ESPN confirmed Friday, though terms haven’t been disclosed. The deal signals stability alongside GM John Lynch after a run that has seen San Francisco win three NFC West titles, two NFC championships and four conference title games, with an 83-67 record under their partnership since 2017. After guiding an injured team to a 12-5 finish and a playoff win last season, the extension adds security for SF going forward as Week 1 of 2026 reinforced the team's momentum.