The San Francisco 49ers are wasting no time in finding a replacement for former defensive coordinator Nick Sorensen, who parted ways with the team after the 2024 season. The team recently completed interviews with Detroit Lions passing game coordinator Deshea Townsend and former Jets head coach Robert Saleh,

The San Francisco 49ers might be turning back the clock by interviewing former New York Jets coach Robert Saleh for their open defensive coordinator position. Saleh left the exact role with the 49ers following the 2020 season to become the Jets coach.

Last time the 49ers faced Detroit, they won but also gave up 31 points. And that was in the NFC Championship Game last season when the 49ers were good. Now, Lions offensive coordinator has become arguably the top offensive coordinator.

Per a league source, the 49ers are moving on from Nick Sorensen at defensive coordinator. The team hopes it can retain Sorensen in some capacity. … The 49ers have an opening at special teams coordinator and Sorensen was a special team coordinator in Jacksonville in 2021.