Fred Warner Returns Healthy as 49ers Begin Offseason Training
Niners' Warner full go after season-ending injury
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Linebacker Fred Warner has returned to full participation in the San Francisco 49ers' offseason training program after recovering from a season-ending ankle injury. Meanwhile, the team is exploring trade options for wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk as the NFL draft approaches.
- 01Fred Warner is back at full strength after a season-ending ankle injury.
- 02Warner missed the final 12 games of the 2025 season and both playoff games.
- 03General manager John Lynch is seeking a trade for wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk.
- 04Aiyuk's future with the team remains uncertain as the NFL draft approaches.
- 05Warner expressed confidence in his offseason training after returning to practice in January.
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Fred Warner, linebacker for the San Francisco 49ers, has fully recovered from a right ankle injury that sidelined him for the latter part of the 2025 season. He participated without restrictions in the team's offseason training program, expressing gratitude for his return. Warner had hoped to rejoin the team during the playoffs but was unable to do so after the 49ers lost to the Seattle Seahawks in the divisional round. He noted that returning to practice in January boosted his confidence and allowed him to focus on training rather than rehabilitation. Meanwhile, the 49ers are in discussions regarding wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk, who may be traded or released depending on the outcomes of the upcoming NFL draft. General manager John Lynch confirmed ongoing talks with other teams but acknowledged that the likelihood of a trade is uncertain.
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Warner's return strengthens the 49ers' defense, which could improve their performance in the upcoming season. Aiyuk's potential departure could impact the team's receiving corps.
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