Robert Saleh got his groove back with the 49ers: ‘I’m recovering the missing pieces’

Saleh might have been the 49ers' top offseason acquisition, and no NFL assistant coach has made a bigger impact this season.
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49ers injury updates from practice come with good signs for ailing defense

The San Francisco 49ers didn't get much good injury news on offense, but their defense saw two starters upgraded ahead of Week 8.

Can 49ers’ patchwork defense match up with Texans’ top unit?

The 49ers (5-2) will take on the NFL’s stingiest scoring defense Sunday in Houston while Robert Saleh must patch up another hole in the Niners’ defense.

Meet the 49ers’ unsung hero DB, who is also the ‘ultimate energy giver’

Chase Lucas hasn't played much, but he's made an outsized impact for the 49ers, including two game-sealing plays.
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How 49ers could have stumbled on upgrade at center despite injury to starter

The San Francisco 49ers lost starting center Jake Brendel to an injury in Week 7, and Matt Hennessy filled in competently.

49ers Kittle’s wife rocks jersey as dress, stockings, stilettos on sidelines

Claire Kittle turned heads on the sidelines, as 49ers tight end George Kittle’s wife expertly balanced in the grass wearing stilettos, stockings and a jersey as a dress.
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49ers DC mum on desire to become an NFL head coach again after failing with New York Jets

The San Francisco 49ers may have to find a fourth defensive coordinator in four years if Robert Saleh leaves to be a head coach.

Falcons Face Familiar Challenge as Mike McDaniel’s Dolphins Mirror 49ers Offense

After facing the 49ers, the Falcons meet another familiar system in Week 8. Miami’s speed and creativity under Mike McDaniel will test Atlanta’s defense.
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