While San Francisco waits for Saleh to make a decision, Detroit Lions’ coach Deshea Townsend presents an intriguing alternative. Last year, 49ers’ head coach Kyle Shanahan wanted to get back ...

The San Francisco 49ers announced the completion ... former New York Jets head coach and ex-49ers defensive coordinator, and Deshea Townsend, the Detroit Lions' defensive passing game coordinator ...

While it's widely believed Saleh would be San Francisco's first choice, the 49ers also interviewed Deshea Townsend, the Detroit Lions’ defensive passing game coordinator and defensive backs ...

According to multiple reports, the San Francisco 49ers are officially ... passing game coordinator and defensive backs coach Deshea Townsend for their defensive coordinator position.