PFN Ranks Kyle Shanahan No. 1 NFL Offensive Play Caller

San Francisco 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan is widely recognized as one of the NFL's top offensive minds and play callers, with Pro Football Network naming him the best offensive play caller despite the 49ers' disappointing 2024 season. However, some analysts argue Shanahan should rank behind coaches like Andy Reid and Sean McVay, and question rankings that place coaches like John Harbaugh and Dan Campbell above him. Concerns have been raised about Shanahan's influence over the 49ers' draft decisions, with critics noting that his focus on short-term fixes to plug immediate roster holes may have contributed to recent draft misses and a lack of team depth. Meanwhile, Robert Saleh, returning to the 49ers as defensive coordinator, has been ranked as the sixth-best defensive play caller by PFN, though some believe this ranking is premature since Saleh hasn't called plays since 2020 and was not the play caller during his tenure as Jets head coach. Overall, Shanahan retains a strong reputation despite recent challenges, while Saleh's impact remains to be fully seen in his revived role.