Reports: 49ers fire special teams coordinator Brian Schneider

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The San Francisco 49ers fired special teams coach Brian Schneider, multiple media outlets reported.

Schneider's special teams had several high-profile mishaps during his third season with the 49ers, who limped to a 6-11 finish in 2024 and missed the playoffs.

A blocked punt led to San Francisco's undoing in its 23-17 loss to the Minnesota Vikings on Sept. 15. The 49ers allowed th