What's next for 49ers pass defense?

David Lombardi breaks down the 49ers evolving pass defense, and what's next after the departure of Robert Saleh:

"49ers pass defense efficiency (TruMedia)

2019: +7.0 EPA/100 plays (No. 2)
2020: -4.1 EPA/100 plays (No. 7)

That 11.1-point gap between No. 2 in 2019 and No. 7 in 2020 is as big as the chasm between the No. 7 and No. 29-ranked defenses this past season. There’s a substantial difference between an elite pass defense a merely good one.

With their pass rush sputtering, the 49ers fell into that latter category.”

Full article: The Athletic