Ravens Requesting HC Interview With 49ers DC Robert Saleh

The following is an updated list of candidates for the Ravens’ HC opening, found in our 2026 Head Coach & GM Tracker:

• Dolphins DC Anthony Weaver (Requested)
• Seahawks OC Klint Kubiak (Requested)
• Chargers DC Jesse Minter
• Former Commanders OC Kliff Kingsbury
• Rams DC Chris Shula
• Broncos DC Vance Joseph (Scheduled)
• Broncos QB coach Davis Webb (Scheduled)
• Chiefs OC Matt Nagy (Scheduled)
• 49ers DC Robert Saleh (Requested)

This is the fourth known HC interview request for Saleh, along with the Cardinals, Titans and Falcons. 

Saleh, 46, began his NFL coaching career with the Texans in 2005 as a defensive intern. He eventually worked his way up to assistant linebackers coach before he took over as the Seahawks defensive quality control coach in 2011.

The Jaguars later hired Saleh as their linebackers coach where he remained for three seasons. The 49ers hired him as their defensive coordinator in 2017. He was hired as the head coach of the Jets in 2021 but was fired following the 2024 season. Saleh rejoined the 49ers as defensive coordinator in 2025. 

In four seasons with the Jets, Saleh compiled a record of 20-36 with no playoff appearances.

In 2025, the 49ers’ defense ranks 13th in points allowed, 20th in total yards allowed, 11th in rushing yards allowed and 25th in passing yards allowed.