Overview

• Reporting confirmed Robert Saleh used threatening language toward Liam Coen during a postgame confrontation following Jacksonville’s 26-21 win.
• Saleh said Tuesday his phrasing was a poor choice and that his prior comments on the Jaguars’ legal sign-reading were intended as a compliment.
• Kyle Shanahan downplayed the incident, joking about coaching tough guys and saying it looked comical in hindsight.
• The flare-up comes as the 49ers’ defense struggles with no interceptions, fumble recoveries, sacks or quarterback hits, and with Nick Bosa out after knee surgery.
• San Francisco, now 3-1, turns to a short-week road game against the Rams and quarterback Matthew Stafford with receiving threats Puka Nacua and Davante Adams.