A scary situation in San Francisco leaves 49ers defensive lineman Keion White in the hospital.
San Francisco 49ers defensive lineman Keion White is recovering after sustaining a gunshot wound to his ankle in an early-morning shooting Monday in San Francisco.
The team confirmed that White underwent surgery later in the day and that doctors expect him to make a full recovery, with the injury not considered career-threatening.
The news comes just one day after White attended Super Bowl LX at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara.
Social media posts showed him at the game watching his former team, the New England Patriots, fall to the Seattle Seahawks.
White began his NFL career in New England before being traded to San Francisco on October 29 in exchange for a 2026 sixth-round pick, with the 49ers also receiving a seventh-round selection in the deal.
Since joining San Francisco, White has provided valuable depth along the defensive line. Including postseason action, he appeared in 11 games for the 49ers, making two starts.
He recorded 16 tackles, 2.5 sacks, a fumble recovery, and three tackles for loss while splitting time between defensive end and defensive tackle.
In an official statement, the San Francisco Police Department said preliminary findings suggest the shooting followed a verbal confrontation between two groups inside a business.
Investigators believe an unidentified suspect fired shots during the dispute, striking White.
As of now, no arrests have been made, and the case remains open as detectives continue gathering evidence.
The 49ers released a brief statement acknowledging the incident and emphasizing that further updates will be shared when appropriate.
The team has not indicated a timetable for White’s recovery, though early reports suggest optimism that he will make a full return.
White’s shooting marks the second time in less than two years that a 49ers player has been injured by gun violence in San Francisco.
Wide receiver Ricky Pearsall was shot during an attempted robbery in August 2024 and later recovered. A juvenile suspect in that case is still awaiting trial.
For now, the focus remains on White’s recovery as teammates, coaches, and fans await further updates.
The 49ers are expected to monitor his rehabilitation closely while law enforcement continues working to determine exactly what led to the early-morning shooting.
As investigators continue to search for answers, the 49ers and their fans remain hopeful that the defensive lineman will soon be back on his feet and ready to prepare for the upcoming season.