Kyle Shanahan Speculates Tevin Coleman Could Play in Super Bowl Despite Dislocated Shoulder

The hearts of San Francisco 49ers fans came to an abrupt halt when they witnessed standout tailback Tevin Coleman carted off the field with a shoulder injury early in the second quarter of the NFC Championship Game.

Of course, Raheem Mostert restored the faith by totaling 220 yards and four touchdowns on a whopping 29 carries.

While that sort of performance absolutely warrants Mostert getting more run, he may actually end up splitting snaps with Coleman once again. Head coach Kyle Shanahan is fairly optimistic that Coleman, despite suffering a separated shoulder, could get well in time for Super Bowl LIV.

Tevin Coleman dislocated his shoulder. The 49ers have yet to get the MRI back. Shanahan doesn’t want to speculate, but does expect him to have a good chance to play in the Super Bowl.
— David Lombardi (@LombardiHimself) January 20, 2020

It goes without saying that this is a stunning update regarding the Indiana product. Let's not forget that Coleman was in so much pain that, after a valiant effort, he couldn't even walk off the field on Sunday.

To think that he has a shot to suit up and take hits in two week's time is astonishing.

#49ers coach Kyle Shanahan said RB Tevin Coleman has a dislocated right shoulder. Still awaiting more imaging. Shanahan said he "expects him to have a good chance to play."
— Nick Wagoner (@nwagoner) January 20, 2020

We'll provide more updates concerning Coleman's rehab as they are made available. As things stand, he has a chance at being in San Fran's backfield on Feb.2.