San Francisco has been a hub for NFL coaches and front-office promotions in recent years, but Kyle Shanahan is hoping his latest rising star hits a career plateau again this winter.
The 49ers head coach lightheartedly asked the forgiveness of his defensive coordinator’s wife on Wednesday before saying he hoped DeMeco Ryans was back on his staff for another year in 2023.
“I hope he’s not a head coach next year,” Shanahan said with a smile, “But if he is, he more than deserves it.”
What makes Shanahan so sure?
“It starts as a man.