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sports18 days ago•6 min saved

49ers Adapt Depth and Snap Strategy in Dominant Dolphins Win

San Francisco rolled to a 35-13 win over Miami as Brock Purdy operated efficiently and the offense found balance, while Raheem Morris reshaped the defense around the current personnel—promoting Halton at defensive tackle, leaning on Bosa at edge, and using Werow in coverage—highlighting a developing depth chart as the season starts. The unit limited pressures, leaned on a strong tackling corps, and showed versatility across corners and linebackers, signaling Morris’s adaptive approach to his roster.

via Niners Nation|

#49ers #defensive-rotation #nfl

sports1 month ago•2 min saved

49ers expect Nick Bosa to suit up in Australia, Morris says with high confidence

San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator Raheem Morris expressed strong confidence that Nick Bosa will play in the Australia game, citing his long track record and body awareness. Bosa was in full pads at practice, and his return could bolster a defense still adjusting after injuries, though he may need a few games to regain football rhythm.

via Niners Nation|

#injury-recovery #nfl #nick-bosa

sports1 month ago•2 min saved

Bosa to play in 49ers' season opener after knee rehab, Morris confirms

49ers defensive end Nick Bosa will suit up for the season opener against the Rams, according to defensive coordinator Raheem Morris, despite having torn his ACL last year and dealing with knee soreness this summer. Bosa returned to practice by Sept. 2 and is set to take the field, marking a return to a key pass-rush role for San Francisco.

via NBC Sports|

#acl-tear #nick-bosa #raheem-morris

sports2 months ago•2 min saved

49ers Enter Training Camp With Key Uncertainties, Schefter Says

ESPN's Adam Schefter highlighted several unresolved issues for the 49ers as training camp opens: Brandon Aiyuk must apply for reinstatement, George Kittle is coming back from an Achilles injury and may not be ready for Week 1, and Raheem Morris is taking over as defensive coordinator in a year of turnover. The team also hopes players like Mykel Williams rebound from knee injuries, while Mike Evans could boost the offense. In short, eligibility, health, and coaching changes frame San Francisco's start to camp.

via Niners Nation|

#49ers #brandon-aiyuk-reinstatement #george-kittle

sports7 months ago•4 min saved

49ers Hire Eberflus as Assistant Head Coach to Reboot Defense

The 49ers hired Matt Eberflus as assistant head coach of defense to replace Gus Bradley; a former Bears head coach and recent defensive coordinator with mixed results, he’ll work with Raheem Morris and won’t call plays as the team rebuilds its defensive staff after Robert Saleh’s departure.

via Sports Illustrated|

#defense #matt-eberflus #nfl-coaching-staff

sports8 months ago•4 min saved

Morris's Five-Man Front Aims to Unleash 49ers' Defensive Trio

Raheem Morris’s blitz-happy five-man-front approach could unlock three 49ers: Mykel Williams returns to his natural defensive-tackle role for more one-on-one pass-rush chances; Deommodore Lenoir could finally shadow the opposition’s No. 1 receiver; and Upton Stout, a compact nickelback, becomes a dangerous blitzer.

via Sports Illustrated|

#nfl-defense #nickelback #pass-rush

sports8 months ago•8 min saved

Raheem Morris Promises Versatile, Blitz-Ready 49ers Defense

Raheem Morris was hired as the 49ers’ defensive coordinator and is expected to implement a versatile front that can deploy odd/bear and five-man looks, use edge-focused ‘penny’ fronts, and potentially increase blitzing to pressure quarterbacks. The scheme aims to maximize Nick Bosa’s pass rush with flexible alignments while grooming rookies like Mykel Williams and Alfred Collins to contribute and possibly prompting a safety upgrade in the draft to fortify the secondary. Overall, the shift should blend a run-stopping identity with more varied coverages and pressure packages.

via Niners Nation|

#blitzing #nfl-defense #odd-front

sports8 months ago•3 min saved

Morris's Niners hire could lure Ebiketie to boost the pass rush

The 49ers are expected to announce Raheem Morris as their defensive coordinator, aiming to fix a struggling defense and bolster their pass rush. Arnold Ebiketie of the Falcons is a top free-agent target to strengthen the edge behind Nick Bosa, with Morris’s return as coach potentially facilitating a reunion and a stronger rotation on defense.

via Niners Nation|

#arnold-ebiketie #nfl-free-agency #pass-rush

sports8 months ago•9 min saved

49ers hire Raheem Morris as defensive coordinator to anchor defense

The San Francisco 49ers are hiring former Falcons head coach Raheem Morris to be their defensive coordinator, bringing a veteran play-caller with Rams Super Bowl experience to a defense that struggled midseason but was hampered by injuries; Morris will replace Robert Saleh and oversee a unit with returning stars as San Francisco aims to lift its defensive performance in the NFC West.

via NFL.com|

#atlanta-falcons #los-angeles-rams #nfl

sports8 months ago•2 min saved

Raheem Morris tapped to run the 49ers' defense

Raheem Morris is expected to become the San Francisco 49ers’ defensive coordinator, returning to the NFC West after guiding the Rams’ defense to a Super Bowl win (2021–2023). If hired, he’d be the fifth 49ers DC in five seasons, and the contract may effectively be paid via a Falcons salary offset after Atlanta terminated Morris’s previous deal.

via NBC Sports|

#defensive-coordinator #espn #nfl

sports8 months ago•24 min saved

Falcons hire Stefanski to lead the next era

Atlanta named Kevin Stefanski, 43, its new head coach, replacing Raheem Morris. Stefanski—AP Coach of the Year in 2020 with the Browns and a long-time Vikings assistant—will report to Falcons president of football Matt Ryan and begin assembling his staff to guide the franchise forward.

via Atlanta Falcons|

#atlanta-falcons #head-coach #kevin-stefanski

sports9 months ago•5 min saved

Cowboys Fire Defensive Coordinator Eberflus After Disappointing Season

The Dallas Cowboys are searching for a new defensive coordinator after firing Matt Eberflus, with potential candidates including former NFL head coaches Raheem Morris and Jonathan Gannon, both of whom have strong NFL and coaching connections, and could also be considered for head coaching roles. The team aims to find a candidate who can bring stability and continuity to their defense.

via Dallas Cowboys | Official Site of the Dallas Cowboys|

#cowboys #defensive-coordinator #jonathan-gannon

sports9 months ago•4 min saved

Falcons dismiss Morris and Fontenot after 8-9 season, explore new coaching options

The Atlanta Falcons fired head coach Raheem Morris and GM Terry Fontenot after finishing 8-9 for the second consecutive year, citing unmet expectations despite a late-season winning streak, and are beginning a search for new leadership.

via AP News|

#coaching-change #falcons #nfl

sports9 months ago•1 min saved

Atlanta Falcons Fire Raheem Morris Amid Playoff Misses

The Atlanta Falcons have dismissed head coach Raheem Morris and general manager Terry Fontenot after finishing the 2025 season with an 8-9 record, citing the need for new leadership to meet organizational expectations. The team will begin simultaneous searches for their replacements.

via Atlanta Falcons|

#atlanta-falcons #coaching-changes #nfl

sports11 months ago•1 min saved

Dolphins' Dominant Win Over Falcons Highlights Key Changes and Player Performances

Falcons head coach Raheem Morris acknowledged the team's inconsistency in 2025, attributing it to a lack of readiness and emphasizing the importance of practice to improve, as they prepare for a key game against the Patriots.

via NBC Sports|

#falcons #inconsistency #nfl