Fred Warner discusses 49ers' defensive depth ahead of tough travel schedule
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 5:06 PM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
Fred Warner highlighted the San Francisco 49ers' deep defensive line at a youth camp in San Mateo. With a demanding travel schedule of over 38,000 miles, Warner is optimistic about the team's ability to cope, particularly praising young players like Upton Stout. The 49ers start their season against the Los Angeles Rams in Melbourne, the first NFL game in Australia. As defensive coordinator Raheem Morris noted, Stout has been absorbing Warner's habits, enhancing the unit's performance. Warner expects a strong showing from the D-line's trio: Alfred Collins, CJ West, and Mykel, recovering from injury, complementing the addition of Osa Odighizuwa for a robust front.
- •Warner believes in a deeper defensive line for the 49ers.
- •Team faces over 38,000 miles of travel this season.
- •Season opens against the Rams in Australia.
- •Warner emphasizes the potential of young defenders.
- •Osa Odighizuwa adds strength to the defensive front.
- 5:06 PMYahoo Sports — Fred Warner touts a reloaded D-line just as the 49ers' toughest travel stretch begins
"Fred Warner sees a deeper San Francisco 49ers defensive line emerging just as the team's brutal travel stretch threatens to test it.
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