Overview

• Fred Warner suffered a dislocated and fractured right ankle, underwent surgery and was ruled out for the regular season, with Robert Saleh saying he is "probably gunning" for a playoff return.
• Two orthopedic surgeons told The Athletic a roughly four‑month recovery timeline could make a Super Bowl appearance possible if the 49ers get that far.
• General manager John Lynch has acknowledged pursuing pass‑rush help, with multiple reports highlighting strong interest in Bengals All‑Pro Trey Hendrickson, who is not expected to be traded.
• Reported targets also include Jets edge rushers Jermaine Johnson and Will McDonald IV and linebacker Quincy Williams, plus Miami’s Bradley Chubb and Jaelan Phillips and Tennessee’s Arden Key.
• San Francisco enters Week 7 at 4‑2 atop the NFC West after Nick Bosa’s ACL loss, as local commentary urges buying over selling and notes heavy leaguewide competition for pass rushers before the deadline.