The 49ers defense hasn't changed much since Robert Saleh left in 2021, but he has.. No matter whom the 49ers have hired to replace Saleh, whether it was DeMeco Ryans, Steve Wilks or Nick Sorensen ...

Robert Saleh is back in as defensive coordinator for the San Francisco 49ers and former players are confident in his return.

First was Steve Wilks, who decided to go into the booth until after the Minnesota Vikings game in 2023, ... I couldn't be happier when we get amped up Robert Saleh back on the sideline.

DeMeco Ryans, who replaced Saleh in 2021, left to become head coach in Houston following the 2022 season, and Steve Wilks and Nick Sorensen were each replaced after one season the past two years.

DeMeco Ryans, who replaced Saleh in 2021, left to become head coach in Houston following the 2022 season, and Steve Wilks and Nick Sorensen were each replaced after one season the past two years.

As Robert Saleh reprises his role as the 49ers defensive coordinator, he's eager for full-contact drills at training camp. ... Steve Wilks and Nick Sorensen. “When I was a rookie, ...

DeMeco Ryans, who replaced Saleh in 2021, left to become head coach in Houston following the 2022 season, and Steve Wilks and Nick Sorensen were each replaced after one season the past two years.