With his return to the San Francisco 49ers now official, new defensive coordinator Robert Saleh is already busy filling out his staff, which could potentially include a former Pro Bowl defensive back.
According to Mike Garafolo of NFL Network, former star corner DeAngelo Hall is set to interview with the 49ers for their opening at defensive backs coach.
Via @MikeGarafolo on Twitter:
The #49ers will interview DeAngelo Hall next week for DBs coach, source says. Hall was with the #Panthers the last two seasons as assistant DBs coach but the sides parted recently in a mutual decision so he could seek a job as a primary position coach. pic.twitter.com/lb1isQHbLh
— Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) January 31, 2025
Hall retired in 2017 after spending 14 seasons in the NFL at defensive back. After retiring, Hall spent time working in media, including at NFL Network. In 2023, Hall joined Frank Reich’s coaching staff as an assistant defensive backs coach. Hall was later retained by the Panthers under new head coach Dave Canales.
According to Garafolo, Hall and the Panthers parted ways so he could pursue a role as a primary position coach.
Daniel Bullocks has served as the 49ers safeties coach and is listed as their “defensive passing game specialist / defensive backs” coach. Andrew Hayes-Stoker is currently listed as the team’s assistant defensive backs coach.
Hall wouldn’t be the first former player to join Kyle Shanahan’s coaching staff. Brian Griese, Leonard Hankerson and KJ Wright are some of the notable former players on Shanahan’s staff. Miles Austin, Wes Welker and DeMeco Ryans also coached with the 49ers under Shanahan.
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