49ers Overhaul Coaching Staff as Nick Sorensen Joins Cowboys

San Francisco hires Brant Boyer to fix struggling special teams while former defensive coordinator Sorensen takes a new role in Dallas.

The San Francisco 49ers hired Brant Boyer as their new special teams coordinator after firing Brian Schneider, whose unit ranked 31st in 2024.
Boyer, previously with the New York Jets, brings extensive experience and a track record of success, including leading units that ranked highly in touchdowns and blocked punts.
Nick Sorensen, demoted from 49ers defensive coordinator, has joined the Dallas Cowboys as special teams coordinator after being replaced by Robert Saleh in San Francisco.
Sorensen previously struggled as the 49ers’ defensive coordinator, with the team ranking 29th in points allowed during a disappointing 6-11 season.
The Cowboys, under new head coach Brian Schottenheimer, hope Sorensen can improve their special teams after recent staff changes.