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49ers Hire Chip Kelly As Head Coach
CEO Jed York called the play on Twitter today: "Trent and I are thrilled to announce Chip Kelly as the new Head Coach of the 49ers."
SANTA CLARA - The San Francisco 49ers today announced Chip Kelly as the team’s new head coach.
49ers CEO Jed York announced the move on Twitter this morning by writing, “After a thorough search, (general manager) Trent (Baalke) & I are thrilled to announce Chip Kelly as the new #HeadCoach of the @49ers.”
Kelly was the head coach of the Philadelphia Eagles for three years before being fired by the team in December.
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He also previously coached at the University of Oregon.
Kelly will replace former head coach Jim Tomsula, who the 49ers released after just one year following a disappointing 5-11 season.
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Also on Patch: 49ers Part Ways With Jim Tomsula After One Season
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