Davis III also gives San Francisco similar man-coverage rates to Ward, allowing for a smooth transition. Not to mention, Davis III is a Super Bowl champion, adding further pedigree to San Francisco's secondary.

His experience with elite defensive talent in San Francisco could prove invaluable as New York looks to take the next step in a highly competitive AFC East. The post Former 49ers Coach Finds News Home With AFC East Opponent appeared first on Heavy Sports.

The Detroit Lions' 2024 season was a success, and it's time to evaluate with final position grades. Today, we're concluding with the defense.

Former offensive coordinator Ben Johnson is off to Chicago to lead the Bears. Former defensive Aaron Glenn is now the head coach of the New York Jets. Both will be missed in Detroit, but Campbell and company must move forward with the assistants remaining. That process has already begun.

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One of Aaron Glenn's top targets for his coaching staff with the New York Jets will have a formal interview with the club. Per Fox Sports' Jordan

Alex Chepeska, 43, sparked controversy when he unveiled the bold tattoo ahead of last year's NFC Championship game, which saw the Lions take on the 49ers for a place in their first ever Super Bowl.

Last year, the Packers stormed into the postseason, wiped the floor with the Dallas Cowboys to open the playoffs and nearly upset the San Francisco 49ers in the divisional round. In 2024, the Packers improved in many areas statistically but ended up losing three straight games during a highly disappointing finish.

Following Ben Johnson's departure, Dan Campbell has brought back a former assistant who is set to become the new offensive coordinator for the Detroit Lions, working closely with Jared Goff.

The Dallas Cowboys have named Nick Sorensen their new special teams coordinator, as reported by ESPN's Todd Archer. This is the latest addition to head coach Brian Schottenheimer's staff. Sorensen joins the Cowboys following his tenure as defensive coordinator for the San Francisco 49ers.

Logistical planning for the Super Bowl starts years in advance and involves coordination among the NFL, the host city, vendors and transportation providers. The post The Super Bowl LIX supply chain appeared first on FreightWaves.

The Detroit Lions are staying home for the NFC playoffs ... of the seven previous teams to reach the 15-win mark, only the 1984 San Francisco 49ers and 1985 Chicago Bears reached the Super Bowl.