Getty Robert Saleh of the San Francisco 49ers The San Francisco 49ers were known as a defensively dominant team early in the Kyle Shanahan years. However, over the past couple of seasons, the team has taken a step back under coordinators Steve Wilks and Nick Sorensen. Luckily, the Niners were able to bring back defensive guru Robert Saleh. Already, former players are speaking about how great a move this will be for San Francisco. Player Comments on Robert Saleh Former 49ers defensive lineman