Former 49er defensive back suggests the team should change its draft approach originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here. The San Francisco 49ers have made the playoffs as a legitimate championship contender, with multiple Super Bowl appearances in the last four seasons.

Vikings defensive backs coach and pass game coordinator Daronte Jones has signed on to be Washington’s defensive coordinator in 2026, the Commanders announced Jan. 30. “Washington got a good one,” Vikings linebacker Blake Cashman wrote on X on Jan.

Pete Golding and Co. are prioritizing the talented defender, Florida Gators enter the race on Friday.

At cornerback, Greg Newsome II offers experience in multiple coverage schemes and could step into either a starting or matchup-specific role. His skill set aligns with Tampa Bay’s preference for versatile defensive backs who can function in both man and zone concepts.

We now know at least one coach who will be joining Gary Patterson’s defensive staff at USC. It's someone Patterson knows very well

The Wisconsin Badgers defensive back unit underwent major changes this offseason, and it will use one of its returning players at a different position this fall.

New Michigan defensive back signee Ernest Nunley wasn’t considered a Division I prospect through his first three seasons at Narbonne High School near Los Angeles. Transferring to Anaheim (Calif.) Western after his junior football season helped reshape his recruitment.