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The San Francisco 49ers are 4-0, defeating the Denver Broncos 24-14 despite a slow start. Veterans like Fred Warner and George Kittle highlighted the team's resilience, while Brock Purdy led a late surge. The win extends their undefeated streak and solidifies their position as contenders.
Fred Warner's highly anticipated return sparked the 49ers' 27-7 Week 1 win over the Rams in Melbourne, as he logged 11 tackles to become San Francisco's all-time leader in stops; the standout performance helped a healthy defense dominate, and Warner even used social media to troll the Rams, referencing Daejon Love, ahead of Week 2 vs the Dolphins.
The 49ers routed the Rams 27-7 in Melbourne, with Trent Williams silencing the Rams’ pass rush, Brock Purdy overcoming an early miscue to throw three touchdowns and cap a pivotal 99-yard drive, and Fred Warner anchoring the defense with 11 tackles and a late turnover to seal the win.
In a 27-7 win in Melbourne, Fred Warner returned to form after an 11-month absence and posted an Instagram clip mocking Sean McVay’s pregame claim of being ‘well rested.’ Warner said the 49ers grew stronger as the game progressed while the Rams faded, suggesting the travel schedule helped San Francisco. The Rams’ seven points were their fewest since Week 9 of 2023.
San Francisco beat the Los Angeles Rams 27-7 in Melbourne, with Fred Warner finishing 11 tackles and a late forced fumble as the 49ers shut out L.A. in the second half. The Rams took a 7-3 lead early in Q2, but San Francisco answered with a 10-7 halftime edge and then scored 17 unanswered points after a long travel day, aided by four goal-to-go stops including a Stafford quarterback sneak that went nowhere. Warner credited the 49ers’ preparation and plan, noting the team “felt like we got stronger as the game went on” while the Rams appeared to fade.
ESPN released its top 100 NFL players for the 2026 season, featuring BYU alums Puka Nacua and Fred Warner among the league's best: Warner sits at No. 20 as the top linebacker, and Nacua led the NFL with 129 receptions last season; the two will meet in Melbourne during the 2026 NFL International Series.
San Francisco 49ers players, including Fred Warner, say Jed York’s arrest and no-contest plea aren’t being discussed in the locker room as they prep for Week 1 and focus on making the roster.
Day 4 in pads showcased several standouts (Mike Evans, Marques Sigle, Romello Height, Osa Odighizuwa, Sebastian Valdez, Nick Martin and Jacob Cowing) as the 49ers leaned into a deeper pass rush and sharper route-running, while Deebo Samuel’s signing remained unofficial and Nick Bosa wasn’t practicing. The not-so-good moments included Dre Greenlaw nearly starting a penalty-worthy fight, Fred Warner sparking a teammate scuffle after Tonges contact, De’Zhaun Stribling’s red-zone struggles, Trent Williams leaving early with an apparent throat/jaw issue, and Brock Purdy’s passes having less zip despite good decision-making.
Fred Warner reassured Kyle Shanahan with "We got this, Coach" after Shanahan was seriously injured in a car crash, suffering a broken nose, three broken ribs, a hand injury and a concussion. With Shanahan in concussion protocol and limited in camp, assistant Chris Foerster will oversee the team with help from coordinators Raheem Morris and Klay Kubiak, while veterans including Trent Williams, Kyle Juszczyk, Christian McCaffrey and Brock Purdy help lead the 49ers through training camp.
According to ESPN’s Jordan Raanan, the Giants tried to trade for a notable veteran linebacker during free agency, but the deal collapsed after the linebacker didn’t want to relocate; speculation had linked the target to Fred Warner, though that was denied. The Giants had previously released Bobby Okereke and signed Tremaine Edmunds and re-signed Micah McFadden, and they still aim to upgrade the linebacker room ahead of the season.
The 49ers, missing George Kittle but with a healthier Trent Williams and Ricky Pearsall active, face the Seahawks in Week 18. Christian McCaffrey anchors a receiving trio with Jauan Jennings and Demarcus Robinson, while the defense must tighten tackling and coverage to avoid breakdowns; a win would push San Francisco toward the next round with Fred Warner likely to loom larger in the postseason.
49ers linebacker Fred Warner, out since Week 6 with an ankle injury, practiced for the second straight day and said he’s taking it day by day as the team considers a return for the wild-card game against the Seahawks; official injury designations will be released Thursday to determine his status.
San Francisco 49ers receiver Ricky Pearsall expects to practice in full and is optimistic about playing Saturday against Seattle, potentially giving them their three best receivers. Linebacker Fred Warner remains day-to-day but trending toward a return, while left tackle Trent Williams was upgraded to full participation, signaling positive injury news for the offense ahead of the weekend clash.
Niners linebacker Fred Warner, who dislocated and broke his ankle in Week 6, says he’s taking his return day by day and could be ready for Saturday’s playoff clash with the Seahawks if progression continues, with his practice window now open and medical staff guiding a careful, science-driven approach.
The 49ers opened a practice window for star linebacker Fred Warner after his dislocated and fractured ankle. He isn’t expected to play this week and will need medical clearance to return, with the earliest chance if the team advances to the NFC Championship. Even so, Warner already boosts energy and tempo in practice and the locker room, according to coaches and teammates.