The 49ers are relying on star players like Bosa and Warner to maintain their elite level of play. If either regresses, it could spell disaster for the defense.

For starters, his defense will disguise its coverages. That means the safeties will move after the snap, so quarterbacks won't immediately know what coverage the 49ers are running.

49ers’ Robert Saleh says he’s looking 2 years ahead as he rebuilds defense Saleh will get his first on-field look at the 49ers' large defensive rookie class at this week's rookie minicamp.

And if he's not ready right away, the 49ers signed veteran Tre Brown to a one-year deal and he can fill in. But here's what Saleh might not fully understand: Lenoir is the best nickelback in the NFL.

The 49ers had a lot of personnel changes on defense this offseason, and they brought back Robert Saleh as their defensive coordinator after he was fired by the New York Jets. 49ers tight end ...

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