The San Francisco 49ers have addressed a persistent issue that plagued the team throughout the season, as their special teams unit struggled and significantly impacted their success. This ultimately led to the team missing the playoffs for the first time since the COVID-shortened 2020 season and only the second time since 2019.
After parting ways with their former special teams coordinator, the 49ers have named Brant Boyer as the new special teams coordinator. He joins the team from the New York Jets, where he served since 2016. The official announcement was made on X on Monday morning.
Following a disappointing 2024 season, the 49ers are eager to turn things around next year. Alongside Boyer, they have also brought back Robert Saleh as their new defensive coordinator. Saleh previously gained recognition as the 49ers’ defensive coordinator from 2017 to 2020 before his tenure with the Jets. His return is anticipated to rejuvenate a talented defense that possesses considerable experience.
The 49ers have dominated the NFC West and the conference over the past few years, having appeared in two Super Bowls since 2019 and four NFC Championship Games. However, the elusive sixth Super Bowl title has proven challenging, with the last victory occurring in the 1994 season. San Francisco must continue to wait, but optimism is rising in the Bay Area. The NFL world has reacted positively to the new developments.
49ers long snapper Taybor Pepper expressed his eagerness to get to work ready to get to work, while one fan was very bullish on the idea. Another supporter was pleased with the hire, and yet another was optimistic about the changes.
