A San Francisco 49ers player became the second team member shot in the city within 18 months, exposing the ongoing public safety crisis in one of America’s most liberal-run cities just hours after hosting the Super Bowl.
Violence Strikes 49ers Organization Again
San Francisco 49ers defensive lineman Keion White was shot in the ankle during the early morning hours of Monday, February 10, 2026, at Dahlia’s bar and nightclub on the 1700 block of Mission Street.
The shooting occurred around 4:06 a.m. following a verbal altercation involving multiple groups, including rapper Lil Baby. White had attended Super Bowl LX at Levi’s Stadium the previous day, watching his former team, the New England Patriots, lose to the Seattle Seahawks. He underwent successful surgery on Monday afternoon, and his injuries are not considered career-threatening.
Lil Baby is reportedly accused of getting into a dispute with San Francisco 49ers player Keion White, who was shot a short time later.
On Monday (Feb. 9), Bay Area news outlet The San Francisco Standard reported on the shooting, which occurred during a Super Bowl afterparty at… pic.twitter.com/94gDlXLidu
— XXL Magazine (@XXL) February 10, 2026
Pattern of Violence in Democrat-Run City
This marks the second shooting of a 49ers player in San Francisco within 18 months, revealing a disturbing pattern that should alarm anyone concerned about public safety. 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 to play in 11 games. The fact that professional athletes, who can afford security and are not typically involved in criminal activity, are being victimized speaks volumes about the deteriorating safety conditions under progressive city leadership.
The Mission District, where White was shot, has long experienced ongoing safety concerns acknowledged by residents. Despite Mayor Daniel Lurie’s statement that “any violent incident in our city is unacceptable,” the reality is that San Francisco’s soft-on-crime policies have created an environment where violent criminals operate with impunity. The San Francisco Police Department’s Strategic Investigation Unit continues an active investigation, but no arrests have been made, and the shooter remains unidentified—a common outcome in a city that has hamstrung law enforcement.
Troubling Timing Exposes City’s Contradictions
The shooting’s timing is particularly revealing. Just hours after San Francisco successfully hosted Super Bowl LX, showcasing itself to a national audience, the city’s underlying violence problem erupted in the streets. This jarring contrast exposes the reality that liberal city officials would prefer to hide: San Francisco can put on a show for tourists and major events, but its residents and visitors face genuine danger on a daily basis. For hardworking Americans who value law and order, this represents everything wrong with progressive governance.
White, acquired by the 49ers via trade from the New England Patriots on October 29, 2025, appeared in 11 games with San Francisco, including playoffs, recording 16 tackles, 2.5 sacks, a fumble recovery, and three tackles for loss. His availability for the 2026 NFL season remains uncertain pending recovery, though the medical prognosis is positive. The 49ers organization now faces serious questions about whether enhanced security protocols are necessary to protect players in a city where crime continues unchecked despite years of Democratic control and massive taxpayer spending on social programs.
Failed Policies Leave Citizens Vulnerable
This incident should serve as a wake-up call about the consequences of progressive criminal justice policies that prioritize criminals over victims. When professional athletes with resources cannot safely attend events in San Francisco without being shot, ordinary citizens have every reason to question their safety. The continued failure to make arrests and hold violent offenders accountable only emboldens criminals and creates more victims. Mayor Lurie’s expressions of concern ring hollow without concrete action to restore law and order and support police officers in doing their jobs effectively.
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49ers defensive lineman Keion White shot in ankle at Super Bowl event in San Francisco – ABC7 News
49ers’ Keion White shot in ankle in San Francisco hours after Super Bowl LX – ESPN