Former Raiders defensive coordinator Ken Norton Jr. will be the next defensive coordinator for the Seahawks, according to multiple reports. NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo first reported the news.
The curious part is that Norton was hired just last week by the 49ers as assistant head coach for defense and inside linebackers. Norton’s contract with San Francisco, though, included a provision that would allow him to leave for the Seattle defensive coordinator job, Garafolo reported. Niners head coach Kyle Shanahan confirmed in a statement Monday that the team allowed Norton to pursue the opportunity.
“Last week, Ken was presented with an opportunity to once again coordinate a defense,” Shanahan said.