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FILE - In this Nov. 1, 2020, file photo, then-San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator Robert Saleh cheers on his team from the sideline during the first half of an NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks, in Seattle. The New York Jets' new head coach is charged with turning around the fortunes of a franchise that has missed out on the playoffs the past 10 seasons — the NFL's longest active drought — and has a few generations of frustrated fans impatiently waiting for at least a chance at another Super Bowl. After all, it has been 52 years and counting. (AP Photo/Stephen Brashear, File)
Saleh begins tough task of changing Jets' identity, culture

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Jan. 22, 2021 04:24 PM EST

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady (12) calls a play at the line of scrimmage against the New Orleans Saints during the second half of an NFL divisional round playoff football game, Sunday, Jan. 17, 2021, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)
After 4-0 weekend, can Pro Picks get Super Bowl teams right?

By Barry Wilner Jan. 22, 2021 12:25 PM EST

FILE - This is a May 14, 2019, file photo showing Martin Mayhew of the San Francisco 49ers NFL football team. Washington has hired Martin Mayhew to be its new general manager. The hiring of Mayhew makes Washington the only team in the NFL with a Black team president and GM. (AP Photo/File)
Washington hires Martin Mayhew as general manager

By Stephen Whyno Jan. 22, 2021 09:44 AM EST

Jets' Saleh hires Jeff Ulbrich as DC, Mike LaFleur as OC

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Jan. 21, 2021 04:31 PM EST
NEW YORK (AP) — Robert Saleh is taking a CEO-type approach to his new job as New York Jets head coach by overseeing the entire team and not just one area. ...

FILE - This is a 2020 file photo showing Trent Baalke of the Jacksonville Jaguars NFL football team. The Jacksonville Jaguars formally named Baalke general manager on Thursday, Jan. 21, 2021. (AP Photo)
Jags hire ex-49ers exec Baalke as GM, removing interim tag

By Mark Long Jan. 21, 2021 09:18 AM EST

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Tyler Johnson (18) makes the catch against New Orleans Saints free safety P.J. Williams (26) during the second half of an NFL divisional round playoff football game, Sunday, Jan. 17, 2021, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)
Brady, talented Buccaneers playmakers developing chemistry

By Fred Goodall Jan. 20, 2021 06:40 PM EST

FILE - San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator Robert Saleh is shown during an NFL football game against Arizona Cardinals, in Santa Clara, Calif., in this Sept. 13, 2020, file photo. The search for a new coach continues for the New York Jets after they completed an in-person interview with San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator Robert Saleh on Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2021, without apparently reaching a deal.(AP Photo/Tony Avelar, File)
Jets make hiring of Robert Saleh as head coach official

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Jan. 19, 2021 02:26 PM EST

49ers promote DeMeco Ryans to DC, Mike McDaniel to OC

By Josh Dubow Jan. 18, 2021 02:54 PM EST
The San Francisco 49ers promoted linebackers coach DeMeco Ryans to defensive coordinator and run game coordinator Mike McDaniel to offensive coordinator on...

FILE - In this Nov. 1, 2020, file photo, San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator Robert Saleh cheers on his team from the sideline during the first half of an NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks in Seattle. One year ago, Saleh and Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy missed out on the coaching carousel despite being coordinators of the two Super Bowl teams. The two figure to be near the top of many of the lists of possible head coaching candidates again this offseason when the NFL is hoping some new rules lead to more opportunities for minority coaches.(AP Photo/Stephen Brashear, File)
Jets hire 49ers defensive coordinator Robert Saleh as coach

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Jan. 14, 2021 10:38 PM EST

The New York Jets have reached an agreement in principle with 49ers assistant Robert Saleh to become their head coach.

Jan. 14, 2021 10:26 PM EST
NEW YORK (AP) — The New York Jets have reached an agreement in principle with 49ers assistant Robert Saleh to become their head coach. ...

Panthers make it official: Scott Fitterer is their new GM

By Steve Reed Jan. 14, 2021 04:54 PM EST
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Panthers have hired Seattle Seahawks vice president of football operations Scott Fitterer to become their new general manager. ...

AP Sportlight

By The Associated Press Jan. 14, 2021 10:00 AM EST
Jan. 14 1943 — Montreal’s Alex Smart scores three goals in his first NHL game and leads the Canadiens to a 5-1 victory over the Chicago...

FILE - San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator Robert Saleh is shown during an NFL football game against Arizona Cardinals, in Santa Clara, Calif., in this Sept. 13, 2020, file photo. The search for a new coach continues for the New York Jets after they completed an in-person interview with San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator Robert Saleh on Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2021, without apparently reaching a deal.(AP Photo/Tony Avelar, File)
Jets complete 2nd interview with 49ers' Saleh without deal

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Jan. 13, 2021 03:38 PM EST

Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay greets players before an NFL wild-card playoff football game against the Seattle Seahawks, Saturday, Jan. 9, 2021, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Scott Eklund)
Friends as playoff foes: Packers' LaFleur faces Rams' McVay

By Steve Megargee Jan. 13, 2021 03:06 AM EST

Lynch, Cardona, Cannon finalists for Salute to Service honor

Jan. 12, 2021 11:01 AM EST
NEW YORK (AP) — San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch, New England Patriots long snapper Joe Cardona, and Atlanta Falcons executive Steve Cannon are...

FILE - In this Feb. 25, 2020, file photo, Atlanta Falcons head coach Dan Quinn speaks during a press conference at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis. The Dallas Cowboys agreed to terms Monday, Jan. 11, 2021, with former Atlanta coach Quinn as defensive coordinator, turning over a unit that was among the worst in franchise history to someone who built his reputation on defense in Seattle. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy, File)
Cowboys pick ex-Atlanta coach Quinn as defensive coordinator

Jan. 11, 2021 07:52 PM EST

FILE - Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Pace walks the field before an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers in Chicago, in this Thursday, Sept. 5, 2019, file photo. The Bears head into the offseason with some big issues to address after going 8-8 for the second year in a row, starting with whether general manager Ryan Pace or coach Matt Nagy will be retained. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast, File)
Bears facing decisions on Pace, Nagy after wild-card loss

By Andrew Seligman Jan. 11, 2021 06:04 PM EST

AP Sportlight

By The Associated Press Jan. 11, 2021 10:00 AM EST
Jan. 12 1951 — Ezzard Charles knocks out Lee Oma in the 10th round at Madison Square Garden in New York to retain the heavyweight title. ...

All-Pro tackle Conklin available for Browns vs. Steelers

Jan. 10, 2021 07:13 PM EST
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Cleveland Browns won't be entirely short-handed when they face the Pittsburgh Steelers. All-Pro right tackle Jake...

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady (12) throws a pass during the first half of an NFL wild-card playoff football game against the Washington Football Team, Saturday, Jan. 9, 2021, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)
Browns advance, Brees to meet Brady, Lama Jackson a winner

By Barry Wilner Jan. 10, 2021 04:35 PM EST