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49ers DC Robert Saleh said he’s “indebted” to the organization after sticking with him through a rough couple of seasons as the defensive coordinator and ultimately welcoming him back after a failed head coaching stint with the Jets.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 14

NFC Notes: Jonathan Gannon, Robert Saleh, 49ers, Cardinals, Rams

49ers DC Robert Saleh told reporters that he had no interest in joining another team and was hopeful for a return to San Francisco. “I have a tremendous amount of respect for this organization,” Saleh said, via Nick Wagoner.

South Carolina Gamecocks News / Pro Football Rumors / May 13

Jets release P Thomas Morstead

The Jets added a low-profile punter recently, and they are removing their incumbent from the competition. The team is releasing veteran Thomas Morstead, per the New York Post’s Ryan Dunleavy.

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NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / May 13

Robert Saleh addresses decision to return to 49ers

While his first head coaching gig ended midway through the 2024 season, Robert Saleh was a busy candidate during the interview cycle this winter. After received a look from the Cowboys, Raiders and Jaguars for another HC opportunity, he returned to San Francisco to reprise his role as the team’s defensive coordinator.

San Francisco 49ers News / Florida State Seminoles on SI / May 13

49ers coach says former FSU star is one of their top players

San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator Robert Saleh returned to the Golden City for the second time in his career after signing on in 2017 before leaving for the head coaching gig with the New York Jets, adding a quick stop in Green Bay, and landing back with the 49ers.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / May 11

How Robert Saleh has Changed Since his First Stint as 49ers DC

When the 49ers first hired Robert Saleh in 2017, no one really knew who he was. He came from the Jacksonville Jaguars, who stunk. He was their linebackers coach.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / May 11

Robert Saleh Says 49ers Defense Needed 'Injection of Youth'

The 49ers had a bold strategy this offseason: Let all of their defensive free agents leave and replace them with rookies and second-year players. As a result, the 49ers defense might take a step backward before it takes two forward.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / May 11

Robert Saleh Says Renardo Green is One of the 49ers' Best Players

This was surprising. Robert Saleh gave his first press conference this week since being hired as the 49ers defensive coordinator for the second time, and he was asked if it feels like the first time he was hired back in 2017.

New York Jets News / Athlon Sports / May 11

49ers Robert Saleh Needed Therapy After Jets Stint

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New York Jets News / New York Jets on SI / May 10

Robert Saleh Sheds Light On Polarizing Stint With Jets

The New York Jets made a somewhat surprising decision early in the 2024 National Football League season. New York started the 2024 season with a 2-3 record and quickly opted to move on from head coach Robert Saleh.

NFL News / Gridiron Heroics / May 9

San Francisco 49ers: Robert Saleh’s Major Reason Behind Ignoring Other Teams for DC Job

Robert Saleh feels like he’s right back at home now. After spending three-plus seasons with the New York Jets as head coach, Saleh decided to reunite with the San Francisco 49ers, a move that he opened up about recently in front of the media (h/t Laim Fox of The Score).

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / May 9

Robert Saleh Confirms his Heavy Influence on the 49ers' Draft Process

The 49ers draft process is unusual. They have a general manager and a big scouting department they inherited from Trent Baalke. It's an outstanding scouting department -- that's why John Lynch and Kyle Shanahan kept it.

NFL News / The Forkball / May 9

Robert Saleh Ready to Bring ‘Cool Concepts’ in Return to 49ers

Robert Saleh didn’t land the head coaching job he wanted this offseason, but returning to the San Francisco 49ers felt like the right move. After the team parted ways with defensive coordinator Nick Sorensen in January, they quickly reached out to Saleh.

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How 49ers DC Robert Saleh Benefited From Joining the Packers

Before reuniting with the San Francisco 49ers to be the defensive coordinator again, Robert Saleh spent half of 2024 with the Green Bay Packers. That part of his road gets overlooked as he's constantly mentioned jumping from the New York Jets to the 49ers.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / May 8

Robert Saleh: 49ers are the 'gold standard' in collaboration

Robert Saleh didn't consider taking a defensive coordinator job with any other organization once the San Francisco 49ers expressed interest. On Thursday, he shared his excitement about returning to the team—eight years after his initial stint began and four years after leaving to become the head coach of the New York Jets.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / May 8

Transcripts: Robert Saleh, Klay Kubiak, Brant Boyer at start of 49ers rookie minicamp

The San Francisco 49ers kicked off their rookie minicamp. Defensive coordinator Robert Saleh, offensive coordinator Klay Kubiak, and special teams coach Brant Boyer spoke to reporters on Thursday.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / May 8

Robert Saleh had no interest in DC job elsewhere, discusses 49ers' talent, expectations for rookies

Robert Saleh is back with the San Francisco 49ers after nearly four years as head coach of the New York Jets. He returns to the role of defensive coordinator, a position he first held in 2017 as part of Kyle Shanahan's original coaching staff.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / May 7

Robert Saleh's Return: Powering the 49ers' New D-Line

The message from the San Francisco 49ers' war room during the 2025 NFL Draft was loud and clear: the defensive front is paramount. After a 2024 season

NFL News / The Forkball / May 2

Robert Saleh Firing Remains Controversial: Arab American Heritage Month 2025

Many NFL fans already think the New York Jets are off their rocker when it comes to franchise strategy. Their front staff seemingly make critical decisions by throwing darts at a wall.

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / April 30

Major Defensive Draft Powering Niners Rankings Rise

The San Francisco 49ers patiently waited out the NFL coaching cycle earlier this year, eventually reuniting with Robert Saleh, their unquestioned target of choice for their defensive coordinator vacancy. Saleh reclaimed this position with more marked hurdles to climb this time around.

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / April 27

Purdy, Saleh and 49ers' Biggest Winners and Losers From 2025 NFL Draft

The San Francisco 49ers made 11 selections in the 2025 NFL Draft, and six of them were on the defensive side of the ball. As a result, there are some winners and losers based on what the team decided to focus on.

San Francisco 49ers News / A to Z Sports / April 26

49ers 2025 NFL Draft final grades with a clear defensive identity shaping the next phase of San Francisco football

The San Francisco 49ers wanted to make Robert Saleh a happy man, and they probably achieved that during the last three days. With an obvious focus on defense, the Niners rebuilt the unit with a lot of young talent.