San Francisco 49ers pass rush specialist history

Chris Kiffin

Kiffin was the pass rush specialist for the San Francisco 49ers in the 2018-2019 seasons, a total of two years. Kiffin's record as the team's pass rush specialist was 17-15-0, making him the most successful pass rush specialist in San Francisco 49ers history. The team made it to the playoffs one time (2019) and had a 2-1 record under Coach Kiffin in playoff games. In 2019, the San Francisco 49ers faced off against the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIV and the 49ers, under the direction of head coach Kyle Shanahan, lost 20-31.

Alfred Carl Harris

Harris was the pass rush specialist for the San Francisco 49ers in the 2009-2010 seasons, a total of two years. Harris' record as the team's pass rush specialist was 14-18-0, making him the second-most successful pass rush specialist in San Francisco 49ers history.


San Francisco 49ers pass rush specialist record

Coach Years Record Win percentage Playoff record
Chris Kiffin 2018-2019 17-15-0 53.1% 2-1
Alfred Carl Harris 2009-2010 14-18-0 43.8% 0-0

San Francisco 49ers pass rush specialist facts

  • Alfred Carl Harris was the first pass rush specialist in 49ers history in 2009.
  • Alfred Carl Harris and Chris Kiffin coached the most seasons as the 49ers's pass rush specialist at two seasons.
  • Chris Kiffin was the last coach to hold the position of pass rush specialist, leaving the role after the 2019 season.