Jed York gives himself more power in coach, GM hirings

Jan 3, 2017 at 7:30 AM--


SANTA CLARA After employing two consecutive one-and-done head coaches, 49ers CEO Jed York is taking a greater role in hiring the teams next coach and general manager.Just three weeks ago, 49ers co-chair John York was forced to refute a report he and Denise DeBartolo York were going to strip power away from their son. In fact, it appears to be just the opposite.
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