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49ers DC Raheem Morris subtly hints at his preferred coaching future after 2026

The 49ers are 5-0 for the first time since 2023, and a big reason for that is the strong play of their defense. Defensive coordinator Raheem Morris joined the organization ahead of the 2026 NFL season and has elevated the…

By Malik Mustapha · NBC Sports Bay Area

Published: Friday, 16 October 2026 at 6:06 PM

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Defensive coordinator Raheem Morris hinted he is content staying in his role with the 49ers beyond 2026.
Head coach Kyle Shanahan said he hopes to keep Morris in San Francisco long-term unless he leaves for a head job.
The 49ers defense ranks third in points allowed and sixth in total yards allowed during their 5-0 start.

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San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator Raheem Morris has suggested he is content remaining in his current role despite outside interest regarding future NFL head coaching vacancies. Speaking to reporters on Friday, Morris emphasized that being an NFL coordinator is an elite, blessed position, downplaying the idea that every coach's sole goal must be a head coaching position.

Head coach Kyle Shanahan expressed a strong desire to retain Morris long-term, noting he wants Morris to stay in San Francisco as long as he is there. The 49ers opened the 2026 season with a 5-0 record, bolstered by a Morris-led defense that ranks third in points allowed and sixth in total yards allowed.

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