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I really like what Nebraska did in the transfer portal to address the departures of MJ Sherman (graduation) and Mikai Gbayor (transfer). Not only do their

NFL News / Chiefs Wire / February 4

Chiefs Dave Merritt discusses the challenges of the Eagles offense: 'A tough task'

During Super Bowl LIX Opening Night, Kansas City Chiefs defensive backs coach Dave Merritt spoke to Sports Radio 810 about the challenges facing the Philadelphia Eagles offense on Sunday.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Chiefs Wire / December 14

Chiefs Dave Merritt comments on injuries in the secondary: 'The next guy is ready'

The excessive injuries on the Kansas City Chiefs roster haven’t stopped them from winning this season, but it’s still a concern. Chiefs defensive backs coach Dave Merritt spoke with reporters on Thursday about the challenges of dealing with injuries, especially in the secondary.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Chiefs Wire / November 3

Chiefs Dave Merritt reveals his thoughts on third-year defensive back: ‘I trust him’

Kansas City Chiefs defensive backs coach Dave Merritt opened up about the status of cornerback Joshua Williams during Friday’s press conference. “When Jaylen Watson was playing a lot, I told Josh (Williams), ‘Stay ready.

Kansas City Chiefs News / A to Z Sports / November 1

Chiefs DB coach Dave Merritt says what needed to be said about CB Josh Williams filling in for Jaylen Watson

Kansas City Chiefs CB Joshua Williams won't be the fatal flaw in the team's defense this year, at least not if you ask his position coach. An ankle fracture

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / September 21

Chiefs DBs Coach Dave Merritt Discusses Trent McDuffie's Hot Start, State of KC's Cornerback Battles

The Kansas City Chiefs' cornerback room earned plenty of offseason discussion following the team's decision to trade away L'Jarius Sneed instead of signing Sneed to a long-term deal in the spring.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Pride / September 20

Dave Merritt: ‘Trent McDuffie just never bats an eye’

On Thursday, Kansas City’s defensive backs coach discussed the players stepping up in the his secondary. Heading into 2024’s NFL season, the Kansas City Chiefs were facing uncertainty in their secondary.

NFL News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / September 20

How Can the Chiefs Slow Down Bijan Robinson? Dave Merritt Starts with Drake London

As the Kansas City Chiefs prepare to face off with the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday Night Football, Falcons running back Bijan Robinson is a clear focal point for both teams.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / August 16

Merritt: Chiefs 'Want a Guy to Step Up' for Second Starting CB Role

With training camp finished for the year, the Kansas City Chiefs have a good idea of how to outline their depth chart for the regular season. A few positions still have competitions going on, however, with cornerback being one of them.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Pride / August 14

Wednesday training camp notebook: Dave Merritt on cornerbacks, Jaden Hicks

There are a lot of moving pieces in Kansas City’s secondary. As the Kansas City Chiefs’ training camp at Missouri Western State University in St. Joseph comes to an end this week, one question remains: who will be the next cornerback in line after Trent McDuffie?

Chiefs DBs coach Dave Merritt's son Dawson Merritt commits to the University of Alabama 2025 class

It's commitment season for the sons of Kansas City Chiefs assistant coaches. Earlier this week Matt Nagy's son committed to play college football at the University of Kansas.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / June 26

Alabama Adds Commitment of 4-Star EDGE Dawson Merritt

The Alabama Crimson Tide keeps its hot month of June going by adding its 19th member to its Class of 2025. 4-star outside linebacker and edge rusher Dawson Merritt committed to the Alabama Crimson Tide on Wednesday, according to On3 Sports.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Chiefs Wire / June 18

Rasheed Wallace responds to NBA vs. NFL debates, offers suggestion to Chiefs coach Dave Merritt

NFL players’ versatility is rarely matched due to the many different facets of the game. The Kansas City Chiefs have a roster filled with former track runners, a rugby star, and other elite-level multiple sports athletes.

NFL News / Arrowhead Pride / March 2, 2024

49ers choose not to hire the Chiefs’ Dave Merritt as defensive coordinator, per report

Kansas City’s defensive backs coach had interviewed for the San Francisco position. On Saturday morning, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported two changes to the San Francisco 49ers’ coaching staff.

NFL News / Yardbarker / March 1, 2024

Chiefs DBs coach ripped 49ers offense before interviewing for their DC job

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San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / March 1, 2024

Dave Merritt Gives a Brutal Assessment of the 49ers Offense

The 49ers interviewed Chiefs defensive backs coach Dave Merritt to be their defensive coordinator. Something tells me he won't get the job. Merritt recently

San Francisco 49ers News / Niners Wire / February 29, 2024

49ers defensive coordinator candidate drags 49ers offense for Super Bowl performance

The 49ers interviewed Chiefs defensive backs coach Dave Merritt for their defensive coordinator opening. If he winds up getting the job, Merritt may have some making up to do with some of the the 49ers’ offensive players.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / February 29, 2024

Why the 49ers Might Hire Dave Merritt as Their Defensive Coordinator

This is intriguing. On Wednesday, the 49ers interviewed Chiefs defensive backs coach Dave Merritt for their vacant defensive coordinator job, according to The NFL Network.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Chiefs Wire / February 29, 2024

Chiefs DB coach Dave Merritt interviewing for 49ers defensive coordinator job

The success of the Kansas City Chiefs defense in 2023 has earned plenty of praise from critics. The group led by defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo has taken great strides each season as the unit helped lead the franchise to back-to-back Super Bowl titles.

Kansas City Chiefs News / FirstSportz / February 29, 2024

'She’s our little sister!' Chiefs coach Dave Merritt, who is interviewing for 49ers DC job, calls Taylor Swift ‘part of the family’

Dave Merritt, who is interviewing for the defensive coordinator job of the San Francisco 49ers, expressed his platonic love for the pop singer Taylor Swift.

San Francisco 49ers News / A to Z Sports / February 28, 2024

49ers interview man who helped crush their Super Bowl dreams

The San Francisco 49ers lost Super Bowl 58 in part because of the quality play of the Kansas City Chiefs' defensive backs. Now they are interviewing the man who coaches that group.

NFL News / Niners Wire / February 28, 2024

49ers interview Chiefs defensive backs coach for DC opening

The 49ers might be turning toward a familiar foe to run their defense next season. According to ESPN’s Mike Garafolo, San Francisco interviewed Chiefs defensive backs coach Dave Merritt for their defensive coordinator job.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / February 28, 2024

Report: Dave Merritt Interviewing for 49ers DC Job

The Kansas City Chiefs have done a masterful job keeping their coaching staff intact thus far in the 2024 offseason. Head coach Andy Reid is reportedly on his way to getting a new deal, and multiple key leaders around him have been locked up with contract extensions.

NFL News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / February 23, 2024

Dawson Merritt Talks Kansas Offer

Since Lance Leipold took over as head coach of the Kansas Jayhawks, the program hasn't shied away from going after some high-level recruits. That's especially true for players in their own backyard.

New York Giants News / New York Giants on SI / February 12, 2024

Former Giants Assistant Coach Wouldn't Mind Returning to New York One Day

Former New York Giants secondary and safeties coach Dave Merritt has been with the Kansas City Chiefs since 2019 and has won three Super Bowls with Kansas City over that period, a reward most coaches would dream of achieving.