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The return of San Francisco 49ers Fred Warner to the field following his season-ending ankle injury in Week 6 last season was highly anticipated. Even though the organization reached the playoffs despite season-ending injuries to Nick Bosa and Warner early last season, their absence left a massive void.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / March 20

49ers contract details revealed for Dre Greenlaw, Nate Hobbs, Luke Gifford

The San Francisco 49ers signed linebacker Dre Greenlaw and cornerback Nate Hobbs to one-year deals, and linebacker Luke Gifford to a two-year deal. OverTheCap.com has published the details for each player, which are outlined below.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / March 14

49ers officially announce signing Luke Gifford to a two-year deal

The San Francisco 49ers have officially announced the previously reported signing of linebacker Luke Gifford to a two-year deal. Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reported Friday that the contract is worth $5.3 million.

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / March 13

49ers re-sign LB Luke Gifford to a two-year, $5.3M deal

According to NFL Network insider Tom Pelissero, the San Francisco 49ers have re-signed unrestricted free agent linebacker Luke Gifford to a two-year, $5.3 million deal.

NFL News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / December 23

Former Nebraska standouts Cam Jurgens, Luke Gifford Named to NFL Pro Bowl

Philadelphia Eagles third-year center Cam Jurgens and San Francisco 49ers linebacker Luke Gifford, both of whom played at Nebraska, have been named to the Pro Bowl.

NFL News / 49ers Webzone / November 16

49ers vs. Cardinals injury updates: Multiple defenders exit the game

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San Francisco 49ers News / Niners Nation / October 23

49ers injury updates: The Texans best offensive player missed another day of practice

The San Francisco 49ers had a few changes on their injury report from Wednesday. Linebacker Luke Gifford went from being limited to not practicing with a hamstring injury.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / September 15, 2025

Why this defensive wrinkle could unlock the 49ers' secondary

The San Francisco 49ers are just starting to figure out how they want to deploy their personnel on defense with Robert Saleh. We saw a wrinkle in Week

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / July 24, 2025

The 49ers have a competition brewing at linebacker

With Dee Winters entering his third year with the team and getting a handful of starts last year, the expectation is that he would be the San Francisco 49ers' second linebacker when the team is in nickel looks.

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

Report: Nebraska safety Isaac Gifford to sign with Carolina Panthers as UDFA

According to NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero, safety Isaac Gifford has signed with the Carolina Panthers as an undrafted free agent. Gifford spent his college days in Lincoln with the Nebraska Cornhuskers.

Tennessee Titans News / Tennessee Titans on SI / March 11, 2025

49ers Sign Former Titans LB

The San Francisco 49ers are adding a former Tennessee Titans linebacker to their defense this offseason. Per reports from NFL Network's Tom Pelissero, the Niners have agreed to terms on a one-year contract with former Titans linebacker Luke Gifford.

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NFL News / 49ers Webzone / March 11, 2025

49ers signing 'special teams ace' Luke Gifford to a one-year deal

NFL insider Tom Pelissero reports that the San Francisco 49ers have agreed on a one-year deal with veteran linebacker and "special teams ace" Luke Gifford.

Tennessee Titans News / Tennessee Titans on SI / December 26, 2024

Titans Get Positive Injury News for Concussed LB

The Tennessee Titans were without linebacker Luke Gifford in Week 16 against the Indianapolis Colts, but signs are leading towards a return in Week 17 when the team visits the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Tennessee Titans News / Tennessee Titans on SI / December 15, 2024

Titans LB Evaluated for Concussion

The Tennessee Titans have gone through several injuries with their linebacker corps this season, and the trend continued against the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 15.

Tennessee Titans News / Tennessee Titans on SI / December 14, 2024

Titans LB Gets Big Opportunity vs. Bengals

The Tennessee Titans have been ravaged by injuries all year long, especially at the linebacker position. The Titans have already lost Jack Gibbens for the rest of the season and the team may not have Kenneth Murray or Otis Reese IV on Sunday for the team's Week 15 matchup.

Tennessee Titans News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 27, 2024

Titans Promote LB Luke Gifford, Make Two Other Moves

The Tennessee Titans officially promoted LB Luke Gifford from the practice squad to the active roster, per Jim Wyatt of the team’s site. Tennessee also placed

Tennessee Titans News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 25, 2024

Titans To Sign LB Luke Gifford

Titans HC Brian Callahan says the team plans to sign LB Luke Gifford to the active roster, per Jim Wyatt. He’ll take the roster spot of CB Chidobe Awuzie, who is going on injured reserve. Gifford, 29, wound up going undrafted out of Nebraska.

Tennessee Titans News / Tennessee Titans on SI / September 19, 2024

Titans LB Suffers Injury

The Tennessee Titans are facing off against the Green Bay Packers this week, and they have maintained a healthy roster for the most part. To begin the

Tennessee Titans News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 4, 2024

Titans Signing LB Luke Gifford To Practice Squad

Per Jim Wyatt, the Titans are re-signing veteran LB Luke Gifford to their practice squad on Wednesday. Gifford, 29, wound up going undrafted out of Nebraska.

Tennessee Titans News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 3, 2024

Titans Waive LB Luke Gifford

The Titans announced on Tuesday that they are waiving veteran LB Luke Gifford after signing him to a two-year deal back in March of 2023. Gifford, 29, wound up going undrafted out of Nebraska.

Tennessee Titans News / Tennessee Titans on SI / August 10, 2024

Titans LB Being Evaluated for Concussion

Tennessee Titans linebacker Luke Gifford is making his 2024 debut for the team, but it likely will be cut short tonight. According to team reporter Jim Wyatt, Gifford is being evaluated for a concussion close to the end of the first quarter between the Titans and San Francisco 49ers.

Tennessee Titans News / A to Z Sports / August 8, 2024

Unexpected Titans defender steps up in practice with increased playing time

The Tennessee Titans conducted practice at Saint Thomas Sports Park on Thursday for the final time before the team suits up for this weekend's preseason opener against the San Francisco 49ers.

Tennessee Titans News / Pro Football Rumors / December 23, 2023