Fred Warner emphasizes 49ers' defensive potential for upcoming season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 2:26 AM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
Fred Warner, linebacker for the San Francisco 49ers, highlighted the defensive unit's promising evolution during his youth football camp on June 11. Warner praised young players like Upton Stout, who is adapting well under his mentorship. He also discussed the potential of a strong defensive front featuring Alfred Collins, C.J. West, and Mykel Williams. The defensive coordinator, Raheem Morris, noted the impact Warner has on Stout's development. The 49ers are looking to build an elite defense as they approach the 2026 NFL season.
- •Fred Warner spoke at his youth camp on June 11, 2026.
- •He highlighted Upton Stout's development and impact on the defense.
- •Warner mentioned a strong trio on the defensive line: Collins, West, and Williams.
- •Defensive coordinator Raheem Morris noted Warner's influence on younger players.
- •The 49ers are preparing for the upcoming NFL season, focusing on defensive improvements.
- 2:26 AMYahoo Sports — Niners’ Fred Warner Declares Super Bowl Defensive Goals
"Fred Warner spotlights a surging "three-headed monster" and rising defensive gems poised to transform the 49ers' unit into an elite, high-intensity force for the upcoming season.
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