49ers Star Fred Warner Playing Through Fractured Ankle Since Week 4
The All-Pro linebacker has continued to play despite the injury, but his performance and the 49ers' playoff hopes are suffering.
- Fred Warner revealed he has been playing with a fractured bone in his ankle since sustaining the injury in Week 4 against the New England Patriots.
- The 49ers linebacker receives painkilling injections before each game to manage the injury but acknowledges that the bone cannot heal while he continues to play.
- Warner's performance has declined since the injury, with a significant drop in tackles, coverage ability, and Pro Football Focus grades.
- The 49ers, now 5-6 and last in the NFC West, face slim playoff odds, which could lead to discussions about resting Warner to prevent further injury.
- Warner has made 109 consecutive starts since entering the NFL in 2018 and remains determined to play despite the challenges posed by the injury.