The San Francisco 49ers are currently seeking a new defensive coordinator following the dismissal of Steve Wilks earlier this week. Despite having the top-ranked defense in the NFL last season, the team showed some weaknesses this year, particularly during the playoffs, which culminated in a devastating loss to the Kansas City Chiefs in the Super Bowl.
Podcaster John Middlekauff expressed his belief that if given the opportunity, he would make Bill Belichick his “first call” to replace Wilks, as reported by The Volume. Middlekauff highlighted the strong relationship between Belichick and both 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan and his father, Mike Shanahan. Mike Shanahan achieved consecutive world titles as the head coach of the Denver Broncos and also served as the Niners’ offensive coordinator.
It is worth questioning why Belichick would accept a lesser role after spending 24 successful years as the head coach of the New England Patriots, leading them to six Super Bowl championships. However, Belichick’s reputation as a defensive genius is undeniable, and it was evident when the Patriots triumphed that they had one of the top defenses in football.
Since Kyle Shanahan took over as head coach in 2017, the 49ers have been known for their defensive prowess. Restoring their airtight defense will be crucial for the team to overcome obstacles and ultimately achieve championship glory.
According to the Source thecoldwire.com