Robert Saleh is considered a candidate for multiple head coaching jobs, but could get a rich deal as a coordinator. Will Jerry Jones' Cowboys get out-bid?

Robert Saleh is a leading candidate to return as the San Francisco 49ers' defensive coordinator if he isn't able to land a head coaching job, according

The Dallas Cowboys have begun their search for a head coach with interviews set up with a few candidates now, but how could a decision in favor of one target potentially impact the rival San Francisco 49ers?

The San Francisco 49ers might be turning back the clock by interviewing former New York Jets coach Robert Saleh for their open defensive coordinator position. Saleh left the exact role with the 49ers following the 2020 season to become the Jets coach.

The 49ers could have a Robert Saleh reunion happening very soon, as the organization starts to narrow down the list of replacement DC options.

Still no sign of the San Francisco 49ers finalizing on a defensive ... The 49ers have only interviewed two candidates: Robert Saleh and Lions defensive backs coach Deshea Townsend.

There's a possibility that Robert Saleh could reunite with the San Francisco 49ers, the team where he first made his mark as a defensive coordinator. According to Josina Anderson,

“A few people I’ve talked to expect the former Jets’ head coach Robert Saleh to be the favorite to land back in San Francisco to fill their open defensive coordinator position,” Graziano ...

The San Francisco 49ers are targeting Robert Saleh as their defensive coordinator, and they seem to be taking a big risk in doing so. In an appearance on the “49ers +/-” podcast, Matt Barrows of The Athletic reported that the Niners have pledged to make Saleh the highest-paid defensive coordinator in the NFL if he accepts the job.

Dallas owner and general manager Jerry Jones has had informal talks with Colorado coach Deion Sanders. The Pro Football Hall of Fame cornerback spent five seasons with the Cowboys and helped them win their last Super Bowl to cap the 1995 season. That's the last time Dallas advanced past the divisional round of the playoffs.

Robert Saleh Watch continues—at least in the Bay Area. The San Francisco 49ers are closely monitoring developments as the former New York Jets head coach interviews for head coaching opportunities around the NFL.