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49ers Hire Raheem Morris as New Defensive Coordinator

2/3/2026

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Summary

Morris Joins 49ers

Raheem Morris, former Atlanta Falcons head coach, was hired as the San Francisco 49ers' defensive coordinator after Robert Saleh, the 49ers' head coach, left for the Tennessee Titans.
Gus Bradley, the Titans' defensive coordinator, has now joined Saleh in Tennessee.
Bradley was initially seen as the frontrunner for the 49ers' position.
The Titans seek to improve their defense, with Bradley's experience and Saleh retaining play-calling duties.

Summary

Packers Hire Bullocks

The Green Bay Packers plan to hire Daniel Bullocks, the San Francisco 49ers' defensive backs coach, to bolster their staff.
Bullocks has been with the 49ers since 2017, serving as safeties coach and defensive passing game coordinator.
Derrick Ansley departed to the Dallas Cowboys, and the Packers added Bobby Babich as a secondary coach.
Head coach Matt LaFleur aims to improve the defense after a disappointing playoff exit.

History

Historical Context

The 2021 NFL season marked a significant shift in coaching dynamics, highlighted by Raheem Morris's hiring by the San Francisco 49ers to replace Robert Saleh, who joined the Tennessee Titans. This trend of coaching turnover, driven by teams' pursuit of better performance after playoff failures, reflects the league's evolving strategies and competitive landscape, impacting team dynamics for future seasons.

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Morris Joins 49ers

Raheem Morris, former Atlanta Falcons head coach, was hired as the San Francisco 49ers' defensive coordinator after Robert Saleh, the 49ers' head coach, left for the Tennessee Titans.
Gus Bradley, the Titans' defensive coordinator, has now joined Saleh in Tennessee.
Bradley was initially seen as the frontrunner for the 49ers' position.
The Titans seek to improve their defense, with Bradley's experience and Saleh retaining play-calling duties.

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