The 49ers have decided to go with an external candidate to be their next defensive coordinator. San Francisco will hire Steve Wilks for the position, according to NFL Media. Wilks served as the Panthers interim head coach after Matt Rhule was fired during the 2022 season, compiling a 6-6 record with the club. The 49ers [more]
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