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49ers Lose Fred Warner for Season as Trade Focus Turns to Multi‑Year Pass‑Rush Help

Surgery sidelines the All‑Pro, pushing San Francisco toward backups plus longer‑term pass‑rush options before Nov. 4.

Fred Warner of the San Francisco 49ers is carted off the field after sustaining a leg injury during the first quarter of an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium on Oct. 12, 2025, in Tampa, Fla.
Fred Warner #54 of the San Francisco 49ers is carted off of the field after being injured during the first quarter against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the game at Raymond James Stadium on October 12, 2025 in Tampa, Florida.
San Francisco 49ers middle linebacker Fred Warner leaves with an injury on the cart during an NFL game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Sunday, Oct 12, 2025, in Tampa, Fla.
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Overview

  • Head coach Kyle Shanahan confirmed Warner sustained a dislocated and fractured right ankle that requires surgery and ends his 2025 season.
  • Warner was injured in the first quarter of a 30-19 loss at Tampa Bay on a tackle sequence involving Ji’Ayir Brown and Rachaad White.
  • With Warner out, Shanahan signaled confidence in linebackers Tatum Bethune and Dee Winters to handle increased snaps for the 4-2 club.
  • Reporting indicates the 49ers are expected to remain buyers but will prioritize on‑contract pass rushers, with Carl Granderson and Bradley Chubb cited as potential targets.
  • Warner led a postgame locker‑room address and later posted an emotional Instagram message vowing a “legendary” comeback, drawing widespread support and concern from around the league.