49ers defensive trio ranks among NFL's top despite injury concerns
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 1:30 AM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
The San Francisco 49ers feature one of the strongest defensive trios in the NFL for 2026, with Nick Bosa, Fred Warner, and Deommodore Lenoir ranked seventh by Sports Illustrated. Bosa and Warner both had injury-plagued seasons in 2025, missing significant time, which raises questions about their return to elite form. Warner’s broken ankle and Bosa's decline in performance since 2022 are highlighted as concerns. New defensive coordinator Raheem Morris takes over as the 49ers aim to maximize the trio's potential moving forward.
- •Nick Bosa recorded 18.5 sacks in 2022 but has since struggled.
- •Fred Warner was a Defensive Player of the Year candidate before his injury.
- •Deommodore Lenoir rounds out the impressive defensive trio.
- •Raheem Morris is the new defensive coordinator for 2026.
- •The 49ers aim to improve their defense this season.
- 1:30 AMYahoo Sports — 49ers defensive trio ranks among NFL's best despite major injuries
"The San Francisco 49ers don't have the top defensive trio in the NFL, but their best three are near the top of the league.
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