Kyle Shanahan has tried to hire Vic Fangio three times
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San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan has expressed admiration for Eagles defensive coordinator Vic Fangio, revealing multiple attempts to hire him for the 49ers' defensive coordinator position. Shanahan praised Fangio's defensive schemes and acknowledged efforts to bring him on board in 2017, 2021, 2023, and 2024, but noted Fangio was always committed elsewhere. In 2017, Fangio was with the Bears, leading Shanahan to hire Robert Saleh. In 2021, while Fangio was head coach of the Broncos, Shanahan appointed DeMeco Ryans. In 2023, after Fangio's stint with the Dolphins, Shanahan chose Steve Wilks, and in 2024, after Fangio's return to the Eagles, Shanahan hired Nick Sorensen. Shanahan's continued interest suggests he may pursue Fangio again if circumstances allow.
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