The San Francisco 49ers head coach has shifted his approach following the team’s arrival in Melbourne for their first preseason game in Australia, marking a rare overseas trip. Speaking before the match, he acknowledged the unique experience of being thousands of miles from home, though he clarified no cultural adjustments were in the works. The visit underscores the NFL’s growing global engagement, with teams increasingly testing international venues for future potential. Fans and analysts will watch closely to see how the team adapts to the unfamiliar setting.
Kyle Shanahan has had a change of tone now that the 49ers are on the ground in Melbourne, Australia, almost 8,000 miles across the Pacific Ocean from their home base. No, he hasn’t adopted an accent from Down Under. “After being here for a couple days,” the San Francisco coach said before his team’s first...
