The San Francisco 49ers are interviewing Kansas City Chiefs defensive backs coach David Merritt for their vacant defensive coordinator position, as reported by NFL Media s Mike Garafolo. Following the
FALCONS PLAYER TO WATCH: With QB Taylor Heinicke possibly limited by his left ankle injury, Atlanta could re-emphasize its running game led by rookie Bijan Robinson. Robinson is tied with William Andrews (1,332 in 1979) for most yards from scrimmage by a rookie in franchise history. SAINTS PLAYER TO WATCH: TE Juwan Johnson set career highs with eight catches and 90 yards receiving last week, including his fourth TD catch of the season.