Might Robert Saleh be returning to the Big Apple soon?
Ever since returning to San Francisco after a disastrous head coaching stint with the New York Jets, the 49ers’ defensive coordinator has led a turnaround. With him back, the team is 9-4 entering its bye week and is among the best in a few categories, including third in defensive fumble recoveries at nine.
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That has once again made him a hot commodity to keenly observe in the 2026 coaching search, and the New York Giants are an obvious inquirer after firing Brian Daboll. But speaking on Josina Anderson’s “The Exhibit Show”, Saleh did not show any immediate interest in the job:
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“I’m not thinking about it, Joe. I know you probably want an answer, but we got for weeks here. We’re in the middle of a playoff push.”
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Still, he did express a desire to visit the city itself again:
“Love New York. Love the fanbase. Love all of the chaos.”
Titans, Raiders also linked to Robert Saleh
Two more teams may pursue Robert Saleh in the offseason.
The first team is the Tennessee Titans. Like the Giants, they have a young quarterback who will enter his second year in the NFL in 2026 in first overall pick Cam Ward. Writing for the team’s SBNation vertical Music City Miracles, Micah McKamey likes his chances of being hired:
“I believe this because of his former head coaching experience and his hard-nosed attitude, which is so opposite of Brian Callahan’s. … His offensive coordinator connections, combined with his tough attitude and what he brings to the defensive side of the ball, make him too good to pass up on.”
Another is the Las Vegas Raiders, who are enduring a nightmare season under Pete Carroll. They have already fired offensive coordinator Chip Kelly after his corps put up league-worst stats, including dead-last in rushing yards (905) despite the presence of Ashton Jeanty.
Peter Panacy, contributor to the 49ers’ FanSided vertical Niner Noise, writes about what may entice Saleh to accept the Raiders job besides a high-paying long-term contract. First, he may be inclined to retain key defenders like edge rusher Maxx Crosby. Second, he may have a say in what quarterback and offensive coordinator he wants.
But beyond that, he may provide stability to a franchise that has some disastrous short-lived stints, including Carroll’s.
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Edited by Andre Castillo