49ers’ new DC Nick Sorensen brings Jets experience, familiarity with Saleh’s system

Sorensen, who played for the Jets from 2011-18, has a close relationship with new 49ers coach Robert Saleh, who was the Jets’ defensive coordinator from 2015-2020.

New San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator Nick Sorensen, who played for the New York Jets from 2011-18, has a close relationship with new 49ers coach Robert Saleh, who was the Jets’ defensive coordinator from 2015-2020. Sorensen said he and Saleh have “a great relationship” and that he is “excited to work with him again.”

Sorensen is expected to bring the Jets’ “Cover 3” defensive scheme to the 49ers.

Sorensen is expected to bring the Jets’ “Cover 3” defensive scheme to the 49ers. The Cover 3 scheme is a zone coverage scheme in which three deep zones are covered by three defenders, with four defenders playing underneath in man coverage. Sorensen said he believes the Cover 3 scheme is a “great fit” for the 49ers’ personnel.

Sorensen is also expected to help the 49ers improve their pass rush.

Sorensen is also expected to help the 49ers improve their pass rush. The 49ers had just 31 sacks in 2020, which was tied for 29th in the NFL. Sorensen said he believes the 49ers have the personnel to be a good pass-rushing team, and that he is “excited to work with them to improve in that area.”

Overall, Sorensen is a well-respected coach with a lot of experience.

Overall, Sorensen is a well-respected coach with a lot of experience. He is expected to make a significant impact on the 49ers’ defense in 2021.