NFL - The Athletic on Fred Warner

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The 49ers were 12-5 last season and won a playoff game despite losing a lot of players — including their two best defensive players (Fred Warner and Nick Bosa) to injuries.

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Negative signalInjury

49ers' top defender Fred Warner missed time with injury last season.

Fred Warner, one of the 49ers' two best defensive players, suffered an injury last season. Despite his absence, the 49ers went 12-5 and won a playoff game, demonstrating defensive depth but highlighting the impact of losing a key contributor.