#defensive-coordinator

#defensive-coordinator

Nick Sorensen promoted to 49ers' defensive coordinator role

Former Chargers HC Brandon Staley hired as assistant head coach

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.

Nick Sorensen's disciplined approach and calm demeanor have been key factors in his success as a player and coach.

Sorensen's quiet leadership style, rooted in dedication and reliability, sets him apart in his role as a defensive coordinator.

Shanahan is looking for a defensive coordinator for the fourth time in his tenure as head coach.

The departure of coordinator Steve Wilks was due to a mismatch in adapting to the existing defensive system.

Nick Sorensen named 49ers' third defensive coordinator in four years.

Shanahan hires Brandon Staley as an assistant coach to help the defensive staff.

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.

The San Francisco 49ers have interviewed Brandon Staley and Nick Sorensen for the defensive coordinator position.

The team is expected to finalize the search this week by meeting with two more external candidates.

Mike Zimmer returns to the Dallas Cowboys as defensive coordinator with a focus on winning a championship.

Zimmer's familiarity with the Cowboys organization and his relationship with head coach Mike McCarthy were factors in his decision to return.

Shanahan's secretive search for a new defensive coordinator includes the possibility of promoting from within.

Shanahan initially considered both internal and external candidates but appears to be leaning towards an internal promotion.

Steve Belichick will be the next defensive coordinator at the University of Washington.

Belichick's departure from the New England Patriots comes after 12 years as an assistant coach under his father.

The Dallas Cowboys are in need of a new defensive coordinator after the hiring of Dan Quinn as head coach of the Washington Commanders.

There are several strong internal candidates for the role, including Joe Whitt Jr., Aden Durde, and Al Harris.

The Dallas Cowboys are searching for a new defensive coordinator.

Joe Whitt Jr. was a leading candidate but accepted the defensive coordinator position with the Washington Commanders instead.

Mike Zimmer is reportedly returning to the Dallas Cowboys as their new defensive coordinator.

Zimmer previously spent 13 years with the Cowboys as an assistant and coordinator.

The Dallas Cowboys are interviewing three former head coaches for their defensive coordinator position: Ron Rivera, Mike Zimmer, and Rex Ryan.

Rex Ryan, known for his strong defenses, has previous head coaching experience with the New York Jets and Buffalo Bills.

Mike Zimmer is in negotiations to become the Dallas Cowboys' new defensive coordinator, but a contract has not yet been signed.

Rex Ryan, who was also interviewed for the job, reached out to the Cowboys and coach Mike McCarthy expressing interest in the position.

The Dallas Cowboys have hired Paul Guenther as the defensive run game coordinator to improve their run defense.

Jeff Zgonina has been hired as the defensive line coach to replace Aden Durde.

Former Cowboys defensive end Greg Ellis has been hired as the assistant defensive line coach.

Kyle Shanahan is looking inside and outside of the team to find a replacement for Steve Wilks, the fired defensive coordinator.

Belichick and Carroll are among the potential candidates for the position.

The San Francisco 49ers have fired their defensive coordinator, Steve Wilks, after just one season.

This will be the team's fourth defensive coordinator in five seasons.

The San Francisco 49ers have dismissed Steve Wilks after one season as their defensive coordinator.

The performance of the 49ers' defense this season was inconsistent, leading to the decision to find a new defensive coordinator.

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.

The San Francisco 49ers have interviewed former Chargers coach Brandon Staley for the defensive coordinator position. Other candidates include Nick Sorensen and Daniel Bullocks.

The 49ers are expected to conclude their defensive coordinator search by meeting with two more candidates outside the organization this week.

The San Francisco 49ers have interviewed Brandon Staley and Nick Sorensen for the defensive coordinator position.

More interviews are scheduled, including with Daniel Bullocks and additional candidates.

Stephen A. Smith criticizes the 49ers for firing defensive coordinator Steve Wilks after just one season.

Smith praises Wilks for leading a top-ranked defense in his first year with the team and believes he has been unfairly treated in previous coaching positions.

The New York Giants have interviewed Daronte Jones for their vacant defensive coordinator position.

Jones impressed the Giants with his work as defensive coordinator.

The New York Giants are looking to hire a new defensive coordinator.

Jerome Henderson, the Giants' defensive backs coach, is a top candidate for the position.