Fred Warner: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / December 11

49ers' John Lynch shares encouraging update on Fred Warner's recovery

The loss of linebacker Fred Warner has been one of the most significant setbacks of the San Francisco 49ers' 2025 season—a campaign already defined by adversity and injuries.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / December 6

What the 49ers can do to drastically improve their Super Bowl chances

The 49ers aren't out of moves. Sure, the trade deadline passed more than a month ago, and the 49ers didn't do anything at that time. Now, they probably regret doing nothing, considering they're 9-4.

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San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / December 6

49ers' John Lynch gives shocking Fred Warner injury update

The San Francisco 49ers thought they lost who has been referred to as "the heart and soul of their defense" when Warner went down with a dislocated and broken ankle in the club's Week 6 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Oct. 12.

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San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / December 5

Fred Warner Reveals What Impresses Him Most About 49ers' Brock Purdy

Fred Warner is one of the most well-respected players on the San Francisco 49ers roster, so when he speaks highly of someone, it’s always with absolute sincerity.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / December 5

49ers' Fred Warner pushing for playoff return despite ankle injury timeline

The San Francisco 49ers aren't counting on having linebacker Fred Warner back for the postseason if the team makes a deep playoff run. Still, the All-Pro defender is attacking his rehab from the dislocated and fractured right ankle he suffered on October 12 with every intention of returning.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 4

49ers rumors: Insider puts percentages on Fred Warner injury return in playoffs

The San Francisco 49ers are currently right in the thick of both the NFC West race and the NFC Wild Card race. Unfortunately, the 49ers don’t have veteran defensive standout Fred Warner, who suffered a season-ending injury in October.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / December 4

49ers insider estimates Fred Warner's chances of returning for the playoffs

The San Francisco 49ers have dealt with significant roster setbacks this season due to injuries, and none has been more impactful than losing linebacker Fred Warner—one of the NFL's premier defensive players.

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / November 28

49ers LB Fred Warner shares encouraging update on injury recovery

The loss of Fred Warner delivered a significant blow to the San Francisco 49ers' defense, which has slipped to a tie for 22nd in total yards allowed without its All-Pro leader.

San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / December 5

Three reasons 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan merits NFL Coach of the Year

Despite an injury-riddled season, they're in position to make the playoffs, and head coach Kyle Shanahan must be in the conversation for Coach of the Year.

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San Francisco 49ers News / Pro Football Rumors / November 20

49ers can't escape injury bug with LB set to miss multiple games

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San Francisco 49ers News / Niners Nation / November 14

How Fred Warner is still impacting the 49ers defense from the sidelines

The San Francisco 49ers suffered a huge blow to their defense a few weeks ago when Fred Warner was ruled out with a season-ending ankle injury. It was a crushing blow, given that the 49ers had already lost defensive end Nick Bosa for the season, as San Francisco was hoping to have its stars bridge the gap with its young, developing players.

NFL News / FirstSportz / November 12

Jayden Daniels’ Commanders Among 3 Playoff Teams Who Should Stop Dreaming About Postseason

Last season, Jayden Daniels surprised every football fan when he led his Washington Commanders to the NFC Championship game in his first-ever season in the NFL.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / November 11

Kyle Shanahan reveals where the 49ers miss Fred Warner the most

The San Francisco 49ers' defense is missing their two best players, so it is no shock that the group is not nearly as good as it started the season. However,

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / November 11

3 San Francisco 49ers players who are falling off

The San Francisco 49ers have needed a lot of depth pieces on their roster to step up with all of the injuries surrounding the team. However, a few players have not been living up to expectations.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / November 10

Assessing the 49ers' Super Bowl chances after losing to the Rams

Through ten games, it is easy to divide the San Francisco 49ers' season into two. The team lost Nick Bosa in Week 4 and Fred Warner shortly after in Week 6.

NFL News / Los Angeles Rams on SI / November 9

5 Questions the Rams Offense Must Ask Against 49ers

WOODLAND HILLS, Ca. The Los Angeles Rams offense was left in stunned silence when Fred Warner and the San Francisco 49ers defense stopped them on fourth down in overtime to win their week five matchup.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 21

3 San Francisco 49ers who can become the next Fred Warner

Kyle Shanahan had a notable coaching moment this season, showing his young San Francisco 49ers defense the videos of a young Fred Warner. It instilled the message that Warner was just a young player trying to prove himself at one point, too, and any of them could step into the role as the next Warner.

San Francisco 49ers News / The Spun / October 17

Fred Warner Receives Heartwarming News Just Days After Season-Ending Injury

San Francisco 49ers linebacker Fred Warner might be in serious pain right now, but you wouldn't be able to tell by his demeanor. During last Sunday's game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the All-Pro linebacker suffered a broken and dislocated right ankle in the first quarter.

San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / October 16

Do 49ers think Fred Warner could return from injury this season?

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San Francisco 49ers News / Pro Football Rumors / October 14

49ers LB Fred Warner to undergo surgery

The 49ers’ defense was dealt another crippling blow on Sunday when Fred Warner suffered a fractured and dislocated ankle. His recovery process will begin soon.

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San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / October 15