The candidates were Robert Saleh, former New York Jets head coach and ex-49ers defensive coordinator, and Deshea Townsend, the Detroit Lions' defensive passing game coordinator and defensive backs ...

Passing Game Coordinator and Defensive Backs Coach Deshea Townsend addresses the media about the qualities and work ethic from first-round pick Terrion Arnold that make him a great addition to the ...

and passing game coordinator/defensive backs coach Deshea Townsend. Dave Fipp returns as special teams coordinator with Jett Modkins working as his assistant. Director of sports performance Mike ...

The Detroit Lions lost defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn this ... Holmes credited former Alabama standout Deshea Townsend for his role in Arnold’s development as the Lions’ secondary coach.