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49ers head for playoffs with inexperienced defensive starters

Veterans mentor a young, inexperienced 49ers defense to prepare for playoffs after key injuries, with the team securing a postseason berth following Detroit's loss, officials said.

SANTA CLARA – Two games until the playoffs. The 49ers know what’s coming. Or so they’ve heard. Their young, patchwork defense so glaringly lacks playoff experience that defensive coordinator Robert Saleh recently summoned a couple of veterans to explain the playoff mindset that’s required going forth. Safety Ji’Ayir Brown spoke up, having intercepted Patrick Mahomes as a rookie in the Super Bowl two seasons ago (spoiler alert: the 49ers lost). V…

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Marin Independent Journal broke the news in on Friday, December 26, 2025.
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