US Edition49ers’ Robert Saleh Texts Fred Warner: ‘You Ain’t Dead,’ and neither Is Young Defense
Fred Warner’s broken ankle sidelines the 49ers’ star linebacker, dimming their Super Bowl 60 prospects on home turf, with the team seeking alternatives beyond trades.
- Fred Warner, the 49ers' All‑Pro linebacker, suffered a broken and dislocated ankle last Sunday in Week 6 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, ending his season and Super Bowl bid while recovering at home with his toddler son.
- Warner's career includes multiple All-Pro selections and a goal to reach Super Bowl 60 in Santa Clara, aiming for his first Lombardi since Super Bowl 29, but he lacks a ring partly due to Patrick Mahomes.
- On the play that ended Warner's day, coaches mistakenly assumed a right defensive end remained on the field and practice‑squad call‑up Trevis Gipson made the initial hit, while teammates called it heartbreaking and sickening.
- Tatum Bethune and Malik Mustapha will start as at least two new defensive starters, while John Lynch, general manager, said the team still has 'plenty' to compete despite Warner's injury.
- The 49ers' pass rush has recorded just seven sacks and 14 quarterback hits this season, while opponents' 193 passes yield 67.9% completions and a 104.7 passer rating without interceptions.
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49ers’ Robert Saleh texts Fred Warner: ‘You ain’t dead,’ and neither is young defense
SANTA CLARA – Fred Warner’s All-Pro presence multiplied year after year, start after start on the 49ers’ defense. Now he’s laid up on his couch, elevating his surgically repaired right ankle and cuddling with his toddler son, Beau. Defensive coordinator Robert Saleh doesn’t want Warner to vanish from the 49ers’ sight. “He’ll be around the locker room,” Saleh said. “I texted him the other day and said, ‘You ain’t dead. Let’s go hang out, grab a c…
Tom Krasovic: Fred Warner’s devastating injury puts dent in 49ers’ Super Bowl chances
For the most part, having a football career like Junior Seau’s has been a great thing for Fred Warner. Like Seau, Warner lit up Friday night football games in north San Diego County, then went on to major-college success. And it’s been ultra-impressive that Warner, 28, has made several All-Pro teams early in his NFL career with the San Francisco 49ers while playing the same position as the late Hall of Fame linebacker. One more poetic touch: War…
49ers rocked by Fred Warner's absence: desperate for solutions beyond trades
49ers Face Challenge in Fred Warner’s Absence The San Francisco 49ers are grappling with the significant impact of linebacker Fred Warner’s absence from the lineup. As they navigate this unexpected challenge, the team is searching for solutions beyond merely seeking trades. The Impact of Warner’s Absence Warner, known for his remarkable tackling ability and football IQ, has been a cornerstone of the 49ers’ defense. His leadership on the field an…
49ers show confidence in Tatum Bethune to replace Fred Warner
The San Francisco 49ers are turning to Tatum Bethune to anchor their defense after star linebacker Fred Warner suffered a dislocated and fractured right ankle in Sunday's loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, ending his season. Bethune immediately stepped in for the All-Pro, and head coach Kyle Shanahan came away impressed with the second-year linebacker's performance. "I thought Tatum did a real good job," Shanahan said ahead of Wednesday's practi…
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