The Sorensen-Staley dynamic promises to be interesting because they have such opposite perspectives. Sorensen represents familiarity; Staley represents change.
Lynch details what 49ers seeking in next defensive coordinator
49ers looking to fill defensive coordinator vacancy with familiar style of play and potential for evolution through new hires.
Interview process for defensive coordinator position includes internal candidates from the 49ers staff and external minority candidates to comply with NFL rules. [ more ]
Why Stephen A believes 49ers firing Wilks a 'bad look' for Shanahan
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. [ more ]
Patriots defense won't see major change under DeMarcus Covington
Defensive coordinator DeMarcus Covington emphasizes continuity and building on the existing foundation for the Patriots defense.
Newly-hired defensive coordinator DeMarcus Covington aims to maintain a physical, disciplined, and turnover-driven defense for the New England Patriots. [ more ]
Further insights into 49ers' initial interest in Steve Spagnuolo for DC
The San Francisco 49ers showed interest in Steve Spagnuolo for their defensive coordinator position before he extended his deal with the Kansas City Chiefs.
The 49ers ultimately promoted Nick Sorensen and hired Brandon Staley after exploring various options for the defensive coordinator position. [ more ]
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. [ more ]
Speculation ends as 49ers hire a defensive coordinator...and an assistant head coach
The 49ers promote Nick Sorensen as their new defensive coordinator and consider hiring Brandon Staley as an assistant head coach.
There was speculation about internal vs. external hires for the defensive coordinator position, with a preference for continuity within the organization. [ more ]
John Lynch: Don't rule out Brandon Staley for 49ers' defensive coordinator opening
The San Francisco 49ers are conducting interviews for their defensive coordinator position, considering internal and external candidates.
The team's core defensive principles, including a four-down front that attacks, are crucial in their consideration for the new defensive coordinator. [ more ]
Report: Brandon Staley interviews for 49ers DC position
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. [ more ]
Steve Belichick expected to leave Patriots, per report
Steve Belichick is expected to join the University of Washington as its new defensive coordinator.
Belichick has spent his entire coaching career with the New England Patriots, working his way up from defensive assistant to co-defensive coordinator. [ more ]