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Fred Warner Named NFC Defensive Player of the Week as 49ers’ Revamped Defense Powers 2-0 Start

Robert Saleh’s return has sharpened a unit built on timely takeaways with clear assignments.

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NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA – SEPTEMBER 14: Fred Warner #54 of the San Francisco 49ers reacts against the New Orleans Saints during the first half in the game at Caesars Superdome on September 14, 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Warner earned his fourth NFC weekly honor after logging 11 tackles, a pass breakup, a forced fumble, and a recovery in the 26-21 win over the Saints.
  • His third-quarter strip of Alvin Kamara, confirmed on review, set up the touchdown that gave San Francisco a lead it never relinquished.
  • The forced fumble was Warner’s 16th, tying Patrick Willis for the most in 49ers history.
  • Through two games under Saleh, the defense ranks sixth in total yards allowed, sixth against the pass, and 13th against the run.
  • Linebacker Dee Winters has secured the Will role with a 78.5 PFF defensive grade and a 91.5 coverage grade, earning praise from Warner for his growth.