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 ...

Deshea Townsend talks youth football, Mt. Pleasant takes on Kittanning in a 1st rd playoff match-up and we hear from an amazing young lady battling cancer. Skip to main content Open menu button ...

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