The San Francisco 49ers are intent on bouncing back after enduring a tough season in 2024 that saw them deal with a plethora of injuries and miss out on the playoffs entirely just a year after they very nearly won Super Bowl 58.

The coach’s profile rose in these last three years, especially for elevating Brock Purdy from Mr. Irrelevant status to franchise quarterback.

Brian Griese has left the San Francisco 49ers, which left fans wondering why. We now know the reason thanks to general manager John Lynch. Lynch spoke with the media on Wednesday and disclosed that Griese stepped away from coaching to spend time with his family.