Fred Warner highlights strength of 49ers' defensive line as training camp begins
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 4:32 PM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
San Francisco 49ers linebacker Fred Warner, speaking at his youth football camp in San Mateo on June 11, 2026, praised the potential of the team's defensive line, referring to it as a 'three-headed monster.' Warner highlighted Alfred Collins, CJ West, and Mykel as key players who can elevate their performance this season. The group had strong run defense statistics last season. Defensive coordinator Raheem Morris noted Warner's influence on younger players like Upton Stout, indicating a focus on player development heading into training camp.
- •Warner emphasizes potential of defensive linemen Collins, West, and Mykel.
- •He notes Mykel's recovery from an ACL injury as promising.
- •The 49ers aim to improve their run defense success rate.
- •Warner mentors younger players like Upton Stout in training.
- •Defensive coordinator praises Warner's impact on team dynamics.
- 4:32 PMYahoo Sports — Fred Warner believes the 49ers have a ‘three-headed monster’ along the defensive line
"49ers LB Fred Warner, unsurprisingly, is high on Upton Stout
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