Report: 49ers promote Nick Sorensen as defensive coordinator, also hire Brandon Staley
Nick Sorensen named 49ers' third defensive coordinator in four years.
Shanahan hires Brandon Staley as an assistant coach to help the defensive staff.
49ers interviewing Chiefs assistant for defensive coordinator job
The San Francisco 49ers are considering Kansas City Chiefs defensive backs coach David Merritt for their defensive coordinator position.
Under Merritt's coaching, the Kansas City Chiefs ranked fourth in pass defense in the NFL.
What Sorensen, Staley bring to 49ers after reported hires
Nick Sorensen and Brandon Staley interviewed for 49ers' defensive coordinator job with both expected to be hired. Sorensen will be promoted to defensive coordinator, and Staley will join as assistant head coach.
Sorensen emphasized generating turnovers, leading the 49ers to excel in this area with impressive interception numbers during his time with the team.
NFL rumors: 49ers promote Sorensen to DC, hire Staley as assistant HC
Nick Sorensen promoted to 49ers' defensive coordinator role
Former Chargers HC Brandon Staley hired as assistant head coach
Kyle Shanahan explains why 49ers promoted Nick Sorensen to defensive coordinator
Internal promotion valued over external hire
Experience and familiarity with staff key in decision-making process
Gratitude for finding roles for coaching staff members
49ers interview Raiders safeties coach Gerald Alexander for defensive coordinator job
Gerald Alexander interviewed for 49ers def. coordinator role.
Alexander has experience as player and coach in NFL.
Report: 49ers promote Nick Sorensen as defensive coordinator, also hire Brandon Staley
Nick Sorensen named 49ers' third defensive coordinator in four years.
Shanahan hires Brandon Staley as an assistant coach to help the defensive staff.
49ers interviewing Chiefs assistant for defensive coordinator job
The San Francisco 49ers are considering Kansas City Chiefs defensive backs coach David Merritt for their defensive coordinator position.
Under Merritt's coaching, the Kansas City Chiefs ranked fourth in pass defense in the NFL.
What Sorensen, Staley bring to 49ers after reported hires
Nick Sorensen and Brandon Staley interviewed for 49ers' defensive coordinator job with both expected to be hired. Sorensen will be promoted to defensive coordinator, and Staley will join as assistant head coach.
Sorensen emphasized generating turnovers, leading the 49ers to excel in this area with impressive interception numbers during his time with the team.
NFL rumors: 49ers promote Sorensen to DC, hire Staley as assistant HC
Nick Sorensen promoted to 49ers' defensive coordinator role
Former Chargers HC Brandon Staley hired as assistant head coach
Kyle Shanahan explains why 49ers promoted Nick Sorensen to defensive coordinator
Internal promotion valued over external hire
Experience and familiarity with staff key in decision-making process
Gratitude for finding roles for coaching staff members
49ers interview Raiders safeties coach Gerald Alexander for defensive coordinator job
Gerald Alexander interviewed for 49ers def. coordinator role.
Alexander has experience as player and coach in NFL.
Why Shanahan believes Sorensen was correct choice for 49ers' DC role
Nick Sorensen is the new defensive coordinator for the 49ers, chosen by Kyle Shanahan without a formal interview.
Sorensen's promotion is based on Shanahan's familiarity with him over the past two years and a belief in his readiness for the role.
Transcripts: Brock Purdy, Nick Sorensen, Chris Foerster preview 49ers-Rams Week 3 matchup
Charvarius Ward is being held out of practice due to soreness, but Renardo Green is ready to step up if needed.
Talanoa Hufanga's return brings back an All-Pro player with significant experience and energy.
Falcons interview Jets interim head coach Jeff Ulbrich for defensive coordinator role
Jeff Ulbrich's strong coaching history and connections make him a leading candidate for the Atlanta Falcons defensive coordinator position.
Saleh's firing by Jets shocks Shanahan, who praises 49ers DC Sorensen
Nick Sorensen is adjusting to the challenges of being the 49ers' defensive coordinator amidst team changes and rising points allowed per game.
49ers offered legendary head coach whatever job he wanted
49ers pursued Bill Belichick for defensive coordinator role, but he declined, highlighting the team's ambitious approach to bolster the coaching staff.
49ers interview Robert Saleh and Lions assistant for defensive coordinator opening
The 49ers are considering Robert Saleh and Deshea Townsend as candidates for defensive coordinator after Nick Sorensen's firing.
Why Shanahan believes Sorensen was correct choice for 49ers' DC role
Nick Sorensen is the new defensive coordinator for the 49ers, chosen by Kyle Shanahan without a formal interview.
Sorensen's promotion is based on Shanahan's familiarity with him over the past two years and a belief in his readiness for the role.
Transcripts: Brock Purdy, Nick Sorensen, Chris Foerster preview 49ers-Rams Week 3 matchup
Charvarius Ward is being held out of practice due to soreness, but Renardo Green is ready to step up if needed.
Talanoa Hufanga's return brings back an All-Pro player with significant experience and energy.
Falcons interview Jets interim head coach Jeff Ulbrich for defensive coordinator role
Jeff Ulbrich's strong coaching history and connections make him a leading candidate for the Atlanta Falcons defensive coordinator position.
Saleh's firing by Jets shocks Shanahan, who praises 49ers DC Sorensen
Nick Sorensen is adjusting to the challenges of being the 49ers' defensive coordinator amidst team changes and rising points allowed per game.
49ers offered legendary head coach whatever job he wanted
49ers pursued Bill Belichick for defensive coordinator role, but he declined, highlighting the team's ambitious approach to bolster the coaching staff.
49ers interview Robert Saleh and Lions assistant for defensive coordinator opening
The 49ers are considering Robert Saleh and Deshea Townsend as candidates for defensive coordinator after Nick Sorensen's firing.
Falcons hire Jeff Ulbrich to be new defensive coordinator and best friend
The Falcons' hiring of Jeff Ulbrich as defensive coordinator highlights their ongoing struggles to evolve and improve as a franchise.
Falcons interview Matt Eberflus, former Bears head coach, for defensive coordinator opening
The Falcons are searching for a new defensive coordinator after firing Jimmy Lake, with notable interviews including former Bears head coach Matt Eberflus.
Falcons complete third interview for defensive coordinator vacancy
The Falcons are actively interviewing candidates for their defensive coordinator position, including Lou Anarumo who previously worked with the Bengals.
Falcons hire Jeff Ulbrich to be new defensive coordinator and best friend
The Falcons' hiring of Jeff Ulbrich as defensive coordinator highlights their ongoing struggles to evolve and improve as a franchise.
Falcons interview Matt Eberflus, former Bears head coach, for defensive coordinator opening
The Falcons are searching for a new defensive coordinator after firing Jimmy Lake, with notable interviews including former Bears head coach Matt Eberflus.
Falcons complete third interview for defensive coordinator vacancy
The Falcons are actively interviewing candidates for their defensive coordinator position, including Lou Anarumo who previously worked with the Bengals.
Shane Bowen expected to stay with Giants despite link to Patriots' Mike Vrabel
Shane Bowen is expected to return as Giants' defensive coordinator in 2025, despite speculation of a move to New England.
Patriots defensive coordinator DeMarcus Covington set to interview with Bengals
DeMarcus Covington, Patriots defensive coordinator, is interviewing for the same position with the Bengals following their recent coaching staff changes.
Shane Bowen expected to stay with Giants despite link to Patriots' Mike Vrabel
Shane Bowen is expected to return as Giants' defensive coordinator in 2025, despite speculation of a move to New England.
Patriots defensive coordinator DeMarcus Covington set to interview with Bengals
DeMarcus Covington, Patriots defensive coordinator, is interviewing for the same position with the Bengals following their recent coaching staff changes.
The Sorensen-Staley dynamic promises to be interesting because they have such opposite perspectives. Sorensen represents familiarity; Staley represents change.