According to a report by Tom Pelissero, the San Francisco 49ers have officially hired Robert Saleh back as defensive coordinator. Saleh, who was fired as the New York Jets head coach this past season, will return to his old job as the Niners’ top defensive coach.
Saleh had interviewed for a trio of head coaching jobs this offseason and momentarily seemed like the favorite to lead the Jacksonville Jaguars. Still, after a surprising twist to hire Bucs offensive coordinator Liam Coen instead, it was clear Saleh would not receive an offer to become another team’s head coach.