Saleh: Jaguars Run 'Advanced' Signal‑Stealing System Week 4

San Francisco defensive coordinator Robert Saleh said Jacksonville’s offense — built in part by coaches from Minnesota and tied to the Sean McVay coaching tree — runs a “legally…really advanced signal‑stealing type system” that uses formations, motions, shifts and sideline cues to gain advantages ahead of the 49ers hosting the Jaguars in Week 4. Saleh called the Jaguars “almost elite” at finding tells and said San Francisco must tighten signals and communication to counter them. Jaguars coach Liam Coen repeatedly declined to engage with Saleh’s characterization, instead deflecting to game preparation, attacking a strong 49ers defense and improving his own offense. Coen acknowledged that by‑formation and pre‑snap indicators are a routine part of coaching and said his staff works during the week to give players the best chance to succeed. The exchange has become a central storyline before the Week 4 matchup, with outlets noting Saleh emphasized the practices he described are legal.