The San Francisco 49ers made several bold moves this offseason, parting ways with key veterans in free agency.
Their strategy centered on creating cap flexibility to secure quarterback Brock Purdy and tight end George Kittle with long-term deals.
With those foundational pieces locked in, attention has shifted to the defensive side.
NBC Sports analyst Jennifer Lee Chan reports the organization is focused on ensuring their defensive centerpiece remains in place without straining financial resources.
“Fred Warner and the 49ers are very close to finalizing a multi-year contract extension, sources tell Jennifer Lee Chan,” NBC Sports shared.
What binds Purdy, Kittle, and Warner extends beyond their on-field excellence to their leadership presence within the organization.
Despite ongoing contract negotiations, all three players have maintained full commitment at team facilities throughout the offseason.
Warner’s reliability tells its own story. Through seven professional seasons, the BYU product has accumulated four Pro Bowl selections alongside four First Team All-Pro honors while missing just one game.
Starting since his rookie campaign, Warner has amassed an impressive 897 tackles, including 569 solo stops and 36 tackles behind the line of scrimmage.
The linebacker continues to serve as the heartbeat of the San Francisco defense.
His consistent excellence stands out even more as the team faces defensive turnover.
Since joining as a third-round selection in 2018, Warner has led the squad in total tackles every season, establishing an unprecedented seven year run of statistical dominance.
