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sports1 year ago•1 min saved

"49ers Name Nick Sorensen as Defensive Coordinator, Promote from Within"

The 49ers have reportedly hired Brandon Staley to join their defensive staff, but not as the defensive coordinator, a role that will go to Nick Sorensen. This move allows the team to maintain their current defensive system while also incorporating new ideas from Staley. The decision reflects the team's goal of returning to the Super Bowl and winning it, while also potentially grooming Sorensen for a future head coaching role.

via NBC Sports|

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sports1 year ago•2 min saved

"49ers Promote Nick Sorensen to Defensive Coordinator, Passing on Ex-Chargers Head Coach"

The San Francisco 49ers have promoted Nick Sorensen to defensive coordinator for the 2024 NFL season, filling the vacancy left by Steve Wilks. Sorensen, a former NFL player, has coaching experience with the Seattle Seahawks and Jacksonville Jaguars, and most recently served as the defensive pass game specialist and nickel cornerbacks coach for the 49ers. His hiring coincides with the addition of former Los Angeles Chargers head coach Brandon Staley to the coaching staff.

via USA TODAY|

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sports1 year ago•1 min saved

"49ers Promote Nick Sorensen to Defensive Coordinator, Add Staley to Staff"

The San Francisco 49ers have named Nick Sorensen, a former Seattle Seahawks assistant, as their new defensive coordinator, following the firing of Steve Wilks. Sorensen, who has been with the 49ers since 2022, will be promoted from pass game coordinator to the DC role. Additionally, the team is adding former Los Angeles Rams defensive coordinator Brandon Staley to the staff. This marks the second time that head coach Kyle Shanahan has chosen a former Pete Carroll assistant as his defensive coordinator.

via Field Gulls|

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sports1 year ago•2 min saved

"49ers to Promote Sorensen to DC, Add Staley as Assistant Head Coach in Coaching Staff Overhaul"

The San Francisco 49ers are set to promote Nick Sorensen to defensive coordinator and hire former Los Angeles Chargers head coach Brandon Staley as assistant head coach. Sorensen, the team's defensive passing game specialist, will take over for Steve Wilks, while Staley replaces Anthony Lynn. The decision comes after interviews with five candidates, and the 49ers aim to maintain their defensive style while evolving under the new leadership.

via NBC Sports Bay Area|

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sports1 year ago•3 min saved

"49ers' New Defensive Hires: Impact and Expectations"

The San Francisco 49ers are reportedly hiring Nick Sorensen as their new defensive coordinator and bringing on Brandon Staley as assistant head coach. Sorensen, a former NFL safety, has been with the 49ers for two years and is credited with improving the team's turnover performance. Staley, previously the head coach of the Los Angeles Chargers, impressed 49ers' management with his football knowledge and communication skills. The 49ers also considered other candidates for the defensive coordinator position before deciding on Sorensen.

via NBC Sports Bay Area|

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sports1 year ago•0 min saved

"49ers Elevate Nick Sorensen to Defensive Coordinator, Add Brandon Staley to Coaching Staff"

The San Francisco 49ers have promoted Nick Sorensen to defensive coordinator and added Brandon Staley to their coaching staff, with Sorensen replacing Steve Wilks, who was fired after the team's Super Bowl loss. Sorensen, previously an assistant with the 49ers, has experience as a special teams coordinator and defensive backs coach, as well as a 10-year NFL career as a defensive back. Staley, who was fired as head coach of the Chargers in 2023, has been named to a role on the 49ers' defensive staff after previously serving as a defensive coordinator for the Rams in 2020.

via NBC Sports|

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sports1 year ago•3 min saved

"49ers Elevate Sorensen to Defensive Coordinator, Add Staley to Staff; Interview Raiders' Alexander for DC Spot"

The San Francisco 49ers are promoting Nick Sorensen to defensive coordinator and adding Brandon Staley as assistant head coach to their coaching staff. Sorensen, who has been with the team since 2022, will be stepping into his first coordinator role, while Staley brings experience from his previous coaching positions with the Los Angeles Chargers, Los Angeles Rams, Chicago Bears, and Denver Broncos. The team aims to maintain defensive continuity and principles while making these coaching changes.

via ESPN|

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sports1 year ago•2 min saved

"49ers Interview Former Chargers HC Brandon Staley for Defensive Coordinator Role"

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan has confirmed interviews with Brandon Staley, Nick Sorensen, and upcoming interview with Daniel Bullocks for the team's defensive coordinator position. Other external candidates will also be considered. Staley, former head coach of the Los Angeles Chargers, and Sorensen, current passing game specialist for the Niners, are among the candidates. Shanahan is evaluating the potential impact of these coaches on the team's defensive performance and considering various factors in making his decision.

via Niners Nation|

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sports1 year ago•1 min saved

"49ers Conduct Defensive Coordinator Interviews with Staley and Sorensen, More to Follow"

The San Francisco 49ers are close to filling their defensive coordinator position, with interviews completed for former Chargers head coach Brandon Staley and 49ers defensive passing game specialist Nick Sorensen. The team is also expected to interview 49ers defensive backs coach Daniel Bullocks and two additional external candidates later in the week. Staley, who was fired by the Chargers during the 2023 season, and Sorensen, who joined the 49ers' staff in 2022, are among the candidates being considered for the role.

via NBC Sports|

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sports1 year ago•3 min saved

"49ers Conduct Multiple Interviews for Defensive Coordinator Position"

The San Francisco 49ers have completed interviews with Brandon Staley and Nick Sorensen for the team's vacant defensive coordinator position, with more interviews planned, including one for the team's defensive backs coach, Daniel Bullocks. The team is also expected to interview at least two other candidates from outside the organization. Former Los Angeles Chargers head coach Brandon Staley and 49ers defensive passing game specialist Nick Sorensen are among the candidates interviewed, and the team may be closing in on a decision for the new defensive coordinator.

via 49ers Webzone|

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