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49ers QB Coach Brian Griese Steps Away After Three Seasons

Griese, instrumental in Brock Purdy's development, departs coaching for personal reasons as 49ers restructure staff.

Jul 31, 2023; Henderson, NV, USA; Las Vegas Raiders offensive coordinator Mick Lombardi during training camp press conference at the Intermountain Health Performance Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports/File Photo
Quarterback Brock Purdy of the San Francisco 49ers talks with quarterbacks coach Brian Griese during the fourth quarter of an NFL game against the New York Jets at Levi’s Stadium in Santa, Calif., on Sept. 9, 2024. 
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Overview

  • Brian Griese, the San Francisco 49ers' quarterbacks coach since 2022, has left the team, citing a desire to step back from coaching for personal reasons.
  • Griese played a key role in identifying and mentoring quarterback Brock Purdy, who was drafted as the last pick in 2022 and has since become the team's starter.
  • The 49ers announced Mick Lombardi as Griese's replacement and promoted Klay Kubiak to offensive coordinator, formalizing a previously anticipated move.
  • Griese declined a recent head coaching interview with the New York Jets, signaling his decision to pause his coaching career despite being well-regarded within the NFL.
  • The coaching changes are part of a broader restructuring of the 49ers' staff, which includes new hires and promotions to key roles for the 2025 season.