Kyle Shanahan's biggest critics often say he's more of an offensive coordinator than a true head coach. This preseason, Shanahan is working to flip that narrative on its head. Through two preseason games, Shanahan hasn't called a single play.
Why 49ers HC Kyle Shanahan Isn’t Calling Plays in the Preseason
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