49ers Pursue Robert Saleh with Record Defensive Coordinator Offer

San Francisco is prioritizing Saleh's return, offering to make him the NFL's highest-paid defensive coordinator as he weighs head coaching opportunities.

The San Francisco 49ers have extended a lucrative offer to Robert Saleh, aiming to make him the NFL's highest-paid defensive coordinator.
Saleh, who previously served as the 49ers' defensive coordinator from 2017 to 2020, is being pursued by multiple teams for head coaching roles, including the Jaguars, Raiders, and Cowboys.
The 49ers' search for a defensive coordinator has focused almost exclusively on Saleh, with only one other confirmed interview conducted so far.
Saleh's track record with the 49ers includes leading top-five defenses and contributing to their 2019 Super Bowl appearance.
The team risks losing other potential candidates by waiting for Saleh, who has yet to decide between returning to San Francisco or pursuing a head coaching position.