Raheem Morris — San Francisco 49ers Defensive Coordinator

Current holder: Raheem Morris

Quick Facts

• Role: Defensive Coordinator
• Team: San Francisco 49ers (SF)
• Current holder: Raheem Morris
• Coaching tree: see Coaching Trees

Background

Brought in for 2026 to overhaul 49ers defense after significant struggles in 2025. Tasked with improving defense across the board after losing Nick Bosa and Fred Warner early in the season last year. Previous role: defensive coordinator role under Kyle Shanahan.

Scheme and Tendencies

Emphasis on aggressive pass rush and disciplined coverage. Must rebuild 49ers defense that struggled without star players. Has experienced, talented defensive roster returning to health (Bosa, Warner, Mykel Williams) plus new acquisitions (Osa Odighizuwa, Dre Greenlaw) and recent draft picks (Romelo Height, Grace Halton, Ephesians Prysock).

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