This is an interesting development. In addition to Robert Saleh, the 49ers have interviewed Detroit Lions defensive pass game coordinator and defensive backs coach Deshea Townsend.

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 ...

SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — The San Francisco 49ers began their search for a new defensive coordinator Thursday by interviewing Robert Saleh for a second stint at the job and ...

This is an interesting development. In addition to Robert Saleh, the 49ers have interviewed Detroit Lions defensive pass game coordinator and defensive backs coach Deshea Townsend.

Deshea Townsend oversaw a Detroit Lions secondary that finished 30th in NFL in pass defense this season but tied for the fifth-most interceptions.

San Francisco 49ers On SI. 49ers Interview Deshea Townsend to be their Defensive Coordinator. Posted: January 9, 2025 | Last updated: January 9, 2025 ...

The San Francisco 49ers began their search for a new defensive coordinator Thursday by interviewing Robert Saleh for a second stint at the job and Detroit Lions assistant Deshea Townsend. The ...

Deshea Townsend played in 191 NFL regular-season games. Only six Alabama alumni have played in more. Now the defensive-backs coach of the Detroit Lions, Townsend will be sending out another former ...