Robert Saleh (born January 31, 1979) is an American football coach who is the defensive coordinator for the San Francisco 49ers of the National Football League (NFL). He was previously the head coach of the New York Jets from 2021 to 2024.

Jan 25, 2025 · In Saleh's first stint as defensive coordinator for the 49ers (2017-20), he led a unit that ranked third in passing yards allowed per game (211.4), fourth in total defense (323.6) and opponent ...

Jan 25, 2025 · Robert Saleh, who won a Super Bowl with the Seattle Seahawks during his three seasons as a defensive quality control coach, has been hired as 49ers DC to replace another former Seahawks...

Jan 24, 2025 · SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — The San Francisco 49ers hired Robert Saleh for a second stint as defensive coordinator on Friday night after a failed tenure as head coach of the New York Jets. Saleh...

Jan 24, 2025 · The 49ers on Friday officially announced the hiring of Saleh, 45, as defensive coordinator to fill the key spot on Kyle Shanahan’s coach staff that remained vacant for more than two weeks. The 49ers have hired Robert Saleh as defensive coordinator, source says. Coach Kyle Shanahan got his top choice to replace Nick Sorensen.

Jan 10, 2025 · Saleh helped build a defense that was one of the league’s most dominant units the previous few years. He was Shanahan’s first defensive coordinator in 2017 and struggled the...

Jan 28, 2025 · By bringing back Robert Saleh as their defensive coordinator, the 49ers are getting more than a coach. They also are beneficiaries of his infinite energy. The 49ers' defense has struggled over the past two seasons, even on the way to a Super Bowl LVIII appearance with Steve Wilks as the coordinator in 2023 -- so much so that the veteran coach was relieved of his responsibilities after one season.

Jan 25, 2025 · SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — The San Francisco 49ers hired Robert Saleh for a second stint as defensive coordinator on Friday night after a failed tenure as head coach of the New York Jets. Saleh had been a candidate for head coaching jobs with Jacksonville, Dallas and Las Vegas. But once those spots all got filled, Saleh made the decision to ...

Jan 24, 2025 · Robert Saleh left the Jacksonville Jaguars years ago to become the 49ers defensive coordinator. ... (2009-10) before moving on to the Seattle Seahawks as the team's defensive quality control coach ...

Jan 9, 2025 · SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — The San Francisco 49ers began their search for a new defensive coordinator Thursday by interviewing Robert Saleh for a second stint at the job and Detroit Lions...