San Francisco 49ers’ Defensive Coordinator Candidates To Replace Nick Sorensen
The San Francisco 49ers are on the search for a defensive coordinator once again after firing Nick Sorensen following just one season in that role.
49ers expected to offer defensive coordinator job to their former DC
49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan gave Saleh his first defensive coordinator opportunity in 2017 during Shanahan’s first season at the helm in San Francisco. Saleh struggled out of the gate, but turned into one of the NFL’s best defensive coordinators and wound up getting a job as the Jets head coach after the 2020 campaign.
Morning Report: 49ers Conduct Interviews for the Defensive Coordinator Position ️
The San Francisco 49ers continue to shine on the national stage, with three players receiving prestigious Associated Press All-Pro honors for the 2024 NFL season. Linebacker Fred Warner was named as a First-Team All-Pro selection, while tight end George Kittle and fullback Kyle Juszczyk earned spots on the AP All-Pro Second-Team.
49ers interview Robert Saleh, Deshea Townsend for defensive coordinator job
The San Francisco 49ers began their search for a new defensive coordinator by interviewing Robert Saleh for a second stint at the job and Detroit Lions assistant Deshea Townsend.
49ers interview 2 defensive coordinator candidates, including former DC
The San Francisco 49ers aren’t wasting any time getting their defensive coordinator interviews done. On Thursday the team announced they completed two interviews for that position, including their former defensive coordinator Robert Saleh, and Detroit Lions defensive passing game coordinator and defensive backs coach Deshea Townsend.
49ers interview Robert Saleh and Lions assistant for defensive coordinator opening
Townsend is a former longtime Steelers cornerback who has managed secondaries across the NFL over the last decade. He has been a defensive backs coach for the Titans (2016-17), Giants (2018, assistant), Bears (2019-21), Jaguars (2022-23) and Lions (2024). The last two stops have included duties as the defensive passing game coordinator.
Robert Saleh Interviews for 49ers DC Role Amid Raiders HC Rumors
The San Francisco 49ers are considering bringing back their former defensive coordinator. The team announced on Thursday that it had completed an
49ers Interview Robert Saleh to be Their Defensive Coordinator
A potential reunion is in the works. The San Francisco 49ers have interviewed former New York Jets head coach Robert Saleh to be their defensive coordinator. Sa
Lions DB coach interviewed by 49ers for defensive coordinator role
The San Francisco 49ers announced that they have completed an interview with Detroit Lions defensive backs coach Deshea Townsend for their defensive coordinator vacancy.
NFL News: 49ers interview defensive coach who won two Super Bowls with Steelers as a player
The San Francisco 49ers know they need to improve their defense for next season, and the recent interview with an experienced defensive coach who has two Super Bowl rings as a player is a clear sign they are willing to make improvements.
49ers Interview Fan Favorite for Defensive Coordinator Role
The San Francisco 49ers are wasting no time trying to fill their coaching vacancies. On Thursday, the team announced they have completed interviews with former New York Jets head coach Robert Saleh and Detroit Lions’ passing game coordinator/defensive backs coach Deshea Townsend.
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