49ers player 'in great spirits' after surgery from gunshot wound in San Francisco

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San Francisco 49ers defensive end Keion White is "in great spirits" after surgery for a gunshot wound he suffered early Monday morning in San Francisco.

The team announced Monday White was the victim of a non-life-threatening wound from the shooting.

"Thank you to everyone who has reached out with their prayers and concerns on my behalf. I’ve undergone successful surgery," White wrote on his Instagram story, via TMZ.

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Keion White of the San Francisco 49ers celebrates the team's 26-8 win over the Cleveland Browns at Huntington Bank Field on Nov. 30, 2025 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Nick Cammett/Diamond Images)

"For those who know me, ya’ll know this won’t stop me from spreading peace and joy to the world. Full steam ahead. I’m in great spirits and ready to make the most of this off-season."

The San Francisco Police Department released a statement saying at approximately 4:06 a.m., Monday, officers "responded to a business located on the 1700 block of Mission Street regarding a shooting."

Upon arrival, officers found White suffering from an apparent gunshot wound to his ankle. It was determined to be non-life-threatening, and he was transported to a hospital.

"A preliminary investigation revealed a verbal altercation occurred between two groups inside a business," the statement continued. "The victim was injured when shots were fired by an unknown suspect. All information is preliminary at this time, and more information will be provided as it becomes available."

The incident occurred just hours after the Seattle Seahawks defeated the New England Patriots at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara,