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Willy Robinson (born February 10, 1956) is an American football coach. He served as defensive coordinator under head coach Bobby Petrino at the University of Arkansas until he resigned December 6, 2011. Robinson spent twelve years as an NFL assistant, including one season (2004) as defensive coordinator of the San Francisco 49ers. [1]

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References

  1. "Danger: Willy Robinson To Lead 49ers' Defense". FOX Reno. January 15, 2004.
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Preceded by
Jim L. Mora
San Francisco 49ers Defensive Coordinator
2004
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