Pro Football Focus (PFF) contributor Dalton Wasserman recently identified each NFC team's top offseason decision. For the San Francisco 49ers, it was a significant overhaul of the defensive line that ...

For the first time in years, the defensive backfield is the strength of the 49ers defense. Download and follow The Best 49ers Podcast. Published Oct 31, 2024 | Modified Oct 31, 2024.

The 49ers' defensive line embracing a strength-in-numbers approach sparked San Francisco's dominant performance in Sunday's 30-13 win over the New England Patriots.

The franchise is counting on Robert Saleh and Kris Kocurek to coach up an overhauled unit and turn the defensive front into a ...

This is the second of a three-part evaluation of the San Francisco 49ers season so far. Last time, we covered the offense. Now, it’s time to cover the defense.

The 49ers may have up to five rookie starters on defense this year. That carries a risk in the early season as the draft picks are tossed out of the nest and forced to fly.

The San Francisco 49ers have a lot of young talent, and here is their most fierce positional battle to watch at the 2025 ...

49ers rebuilding defensive line early in NFL draft; end Day. In an era where pass rushers have become more sleeker, faster and more specialized, Mykel Williams has the opportunity to be a throwback.

The 49ers have won five Super Bowls and have a proud, rich history of success since kicking off their time in the NFL.

For the first time in years, the defensive backfield is the strength of the San Francisco 49ers defense. ... Grading the 49ers Defensive Backs at the Bye Week. Story by Grant Cohn • 1w.