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49ers' Kyle Shanahan Says Racism Exists in U.S.; Would Support Player Protests

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan has spoken openly with his players about the ongoing protests around the country and discussed the subject of racism at length in a press conference Thursday, according to Matt Barrows of The Athletic.

"It's very clear [racism exists in this country]," Shanahan said. "I don't want to debate it anymore. Open your eyes."

He also noted the lack of diversity among NFL leadership.

"How the heck are there only four black head coaches out of 32? How are there only two GMs?