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The Cardinals are on the hunt for a new head coach, and the 49ers would hate to see this coach take over.

The San Francisco 49ers will face the Philadelphia Eagles this Sunday in the NFL's Wild Card round. One hopes backup quarterback Mac Jones will not see action.

While Robert Saleh is garnering recognition as a potential head coach this offseason, another 49ers assistant might be next in the pipeline.

The 49ers may struggle in certain aspects against the Eagles during Wild Card weekend, but they have a distinct advantage that might ultimately win the game.

Several teams have reportedly requested interviews with Robert Saleh, and one of those franchises stands clear and above the rest.

If Robert Saleh ultimately departs the 49ers for another head-coaching gig this offseason, he might have no trouble luring Mike McDaniel with him.

Whether or not offensive tackle Trent Williams can return to the field in the Wild Card round will play a big part in the 49ers advancing past the Eagles.

With the NFL's coaching shuffle in full swing after a rash of firings across the league, a lot of interesting possibilities have opened up for San Francisco.

Should Robert Saleh accept a head-coaching gig this offseason, he could ultimately steal away some pending free agents from the 49ers.

After the Atlanta Falcons fired head coach Raheem Morris, Kyle Shanahan would certainly love to reunite with a guy he has spoken highly of in the past.