NFL Star Shot Hours After Super Bowl!

A 49ers defensive lineman celebrated the Super Bowl at a San Francisco nightclub just hours after the game ended, then left in an ambulance with a bullet in his ankle.

Quick Take

Keion White, 27-year-old 49ers defensive lineman, was shot in the ankle during an early morning altercation at a Mission District nightclub on February 10, 2026
The incident occurred approximately four hours after Super Bowl LX concluded at Levi’s Stadium, casting a shadow over San Francisco’s hosting of the championship event
White is the second 49ers player shot in San Francisco within 18 months, following wide receiver Ricky Pearsall’s August 2024 shooting
Surgery was successful with injuries deemed non-career-threatening, though the unknown suspect remains at large with no arrests made
The shooting highlights persistent public safety challenges in San Francisco’s entertainment districts and raises questions about player security protocols

Celebration Interrupted by Gunfire

White attended Super Bowl LX on Sunday, February 9, 2026, documenting his presence at Levi’s Stadium through social media posts. Hours after the game concluded, he hosted a private party at Dahlia’s nightclub on the 1700 block of Mission Street in San Francisco’s Mission District. At approximately 4:06 a.m. on Monday morning, February 10, police responded to a shooting call at the establishment. During a verbal altercation between groups inside the business, an unknown suspect fired shots, striking White in the ankle. He underwent successful surgery that afternoon with injuries classified as non-career-threatening.

A Pattern of Violence Against 49ers Players

White’s shooting marks a troubling second incident in 18 months targeting San Francisco 49ers players. Wide receiver Ricky Pearsall was shot through the chest during an armed robbery attempt on August 31, 2024, in Union Square. Pearsall missed the first six games of his rookie season but recovered fully, playing in 11 games that year. The recurring nature of these incidents suggests a systemic vulnerability affecting high-profile athletes in the Bay Area, particularly during off-season social activities.

White’s Path to the 49ers

White, 27, was selected in the second round of the 2023 NFL Draft by the New England Patriots. He was traded to San Francisco on October 29, 2025, in exchange for a 2026 sixth-round pick. During the 2025 season, he appeared in 14 games overall, recording 18 tackles and 1.5 sacks. With the 49ers specifically, he played nine games and accumulated 12 tackles with 1.5 sacks, contributing to the team’s playoff run that culminated in Super Bowl LX participation.

Investigation Stalled, Suspect Unknown

San Francisco Police Department’s Strategic Investigation Unit maintains an active investigation into the shooting. Preliminary findings reveal a verbal altercation occurred between two groups inside the business before shots were fired. Despite the high-profile nature of the incident and immediate response from law enforcement, no arrests have been made and the suspect’s identity remains unknown. The lack of progress raises questions about witness cooperation and evidence collection at the nightclub scene.

City Leadership Responds

San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie issued a statement condemning the violence, emphasizing the unacceptability of such incidents within city limits. He expressed hope for White’s recovery and acknowledged coordination between city leadership, the San Francisco Police Department, and 49ers organization. The 49ers organization released a brief statement confirming White’s status as a shooting victim and noting his successful surgery, committing to provide further updates as appropriate regarding his recovery timeline.

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Questions About Player Safety

The incident raises critical questions about security protocols for professional athletes during post-game celebrations and off-season social activities. White’s shooting occurred at a private party he was hosting, suggesting vulnerability even in controlled environments. The timing—mere hours after Super Bowl LX—underscores the contrast between the celebratory atmosphere of hosting a major sporting event and the city’s ongoing public safety challenges, particularly in entertainment districts where nightlife attracts both legitimate patrons and criminal elements.