The San Francisco 49ers’ streak of three consecutive NFC Championship Game appearances may have ended, but their most impressive streak continues: this offseason marks the 17th consecutive offseason the 49ers have needed pass rush help (don’t fact-check that).

Nick Bosa broke records for the highest NFL contract for a nonquarterback in 2023, which contributes to a massive net worth in 2025.

On the way to earning All-SEC first team honors, the Texas A&M pass rusher recorded five sacks during his only season in College Station.

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Later on Thursday, then-Tampa Bay Buccaneers offensive coordinator Liam Coen had a change of heart, the Jacksonville Jaguars quickly moved to hire him as head coach and Saleh, who told Kyle Shanahan and John Lynch that he’d return to the 49ers if he didn’t get a head-coaching job, stayed true to his promise.

The San Francisco 49ers might have pulled off the coup of this year’s coaching cycle, bringing back Robert Saleh to coordinate their defense.

Robert Saleh cannot personally create turnovers, rush the passer or stop the run. His return as the 49ers’ D-coordinator is no guarantee of success.

Daniel Jeremiah envisions the San Francisco 49ers fortifying the offensive trenches by selecting Missouri offensive lineman Armand Membou.

The San Francisco 49ers have long established their strong defensive identity, and with Robert Saleh back at the helm

The 49ers already nailed the first step to bouncing back next season by hiring Robert Saleh to rebuild the defense.

The San Francisco 49ers are bringing back Robert Saleh for a second stint as defensive coordinator after a failed tenure as head coach of the New York Jets, a person familiar with the choice told The Associated Press.

The San Francisco 49ers on Friday night made a significant upgrade to their coaching staff when they officially hired defensive coordinator Robert Saleh, but that can’t be their only big defensive move this offseason.