Why Fred Warner is the prototypical modern linebacker

Fred Warner is the most important part of the evolution of the 49ers defense.
Why George Kittle is TE1: • George Kittle is HANDS...
This week’s film breakdown analyzes 49ers Linebacker Fred Warner. Warner was just named 1st team all-pro, and has steadily improved in each of his 3 seasons. The 49ers have built and evolved their defense around him, and the more they heap on his plate, the better he plays. What makes Warner such a dominant linebacker? This episode uses the all-22 coaches film to analyze San Francisco 49ers Linebacker Fred Warner.
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[@AlexRollinsNFL]

Here’s why George Kittle is TE1: kzbin.info/www/bejne/h5PbgoujZ7tolck

[@dadsonworldwide3238]

Kyle will lose goerge to titans cause he's doing 49ers just like he did Atlanta. Over spend resources to fast to get no return. You save that spending after you get a sb win . Not to compete to help get you to a sb.

[@skizmondo]

@@dadsonworldwide3238 Paraag Marathe has been regarded as a financial wizard around the league for the last few years. we went from being laughed at, because of the contracts we had to give out, to people being surprised at how much money we had pre-Covid. the only reason Warner hasnt re-signed already is because the salary cap was gutted. wait until after this season. the new TV deal kicks in, and the salary cap is going to sky rocket. plenty of room for a Bosa, Warner, Samuel, and Aiyuk extensions. also dont forget, Jimmy's contract is off the books after this season. we also went from being like 20 million over the cap, to somehow having about 17 million to spend. i think Paraag is doing a fine job managing the financials. If you want to look at a team that will be financial trouble soon is probably Arizona. Kyler is gonna want a new contract soon. Also a rookie QB deal (Trey Lance) does wonders for opening up cap space

[@dadsonworldwide3238]

@@skizmondo The TV deal dont matter its already announced max woukd be 208 is lucky enough for that . I am referring to over paid resources just like trading what may turn into 3 × top ten 1st rd picks and a high 3rd for Lance who they could've probably gotten staying at 11 th lol. I know what realy happened there its not worth the time. Look matt was giving everything with Atlanta something They over paid setting the entire market ever contract highest ever to nick bosa. Tbe highest recording setting pay to 34 yr old left tackle trent . This is what happened in Atlanta you cant over pay ever free agent and spend future resources like that to get you to just the playoffs. Its different when your roster won you a superbowl and then your keeping them together for yrs to have a dynasty But Kyle and lynch is like 29 -34 and spending up 3 yrs of draft picks . Spending 3 yrs of future cap up now for what ? 10 loss team ?

[@dadsonworldwide3238]

@@skizmondo anyone can over sound to make playoffs. Blow away 3 yrs of draft picks on a bench player ? No one in there right mind drafts someone that cant start today lol

[@dadsonworldwide3238]

@@skizmondo I like Kyle but he does get way more credited for others success. I like Kyle even more for setting Atlanta up in this cap situation for us to get Julio. It wasn't all on Kyle bit the investment was in his opinions .

[@betanusolosix]

The earth is covered by 75% water… Fred Warner covers the other 25%…

[@dequanrose203]

Its 70

[@juaquingomez2936]

Actually that’s kante

[@dpscribe]

49ers have some great linebackers in this modern ERA. Patrick Willis, Navarro Bowman, and now Fred Warner keeping the tradition alive of great linebackers on 49ers.

[@angelsosa5903]

Yupp cant forget guys like chris boreland and ruben foster they were looking like all pros when on our team

[@seanmichaeltan5184]

Don't forget soon to be all pro dre greenlaw

[@edwardbrito3332]

Now need Lance to play like HOF to build a dynasty.

[@scruffd0g193]

@@angelsosa5903 Foster had so much potential but had so much baggage!!!

[@brianhom5672]

The Willis/Bowman duo was scary.

[@capswole81]

This was a masterpiece. And I’m not even a 9ers fan.

[@AlexRollinsNFL]

Glad you like it Cap!!

[@mansoorahmed1676]

fr bro i’m a cowboys fan and this dude shit on us i can only respect it i love his play style

[@crazyassailant]

An Alex Rollins 49er video? You know I'm here for it.

[@ryand5181]

Love this comment

[@mheppal]

Is he a fellow niner fan? He shows us love pretty often.

[@halvey8518]

@@mheppal You’re not kidding. The 49ers make up more videos from him than any other team.

[@nedisahonkey]

@@halvey8518 Well for a whole season niners nation was paying him to make breakdown videos on a weekly basis so that's a big reason why.

[@TK-xc1fd]

I love Fed's intelligence, he literally in every play, it's like they took Willis's understanding and Bowman's speed, combined them and then added great hands too, he's the most underrated LB in the game, and he knows it too so he uses that disrespect and converts into fuel while maintaining his incredible leadership, he honestly carries himself with the poise of a 1o year vet, it's what I love most about him, and he's a great guy too, met him, totally chill and humble, that's insane given how big of a stud he is and how typically those dudes are usually jerks, we seriously got the best LB in the game and NOBODY GIVES HIM THE CREDIT BECAUSE HE'S NOT A LOUDMOUTH JACKASS, I LOVE FRED!!!

[@lemontmartin5802]

Spoken all facts

[@planetwalker798]

Well said. He seems like a quality guy! Just don't want him to get "crippled " from the game....

[@phantacarrytemari]

he's the definition of "I want money not the fame"

[@justindo1000]

The niners really changed their defense this year. The superbowl year they ran a lot of cover 3 due to Richard Sherman and the best pash rush in the league. However, this year with Sherman and the best pass rush out with injuries the niners played a lot more man coverage with some press too. It looked like they relied on Jason Verret to cover the star receiver one on one. Jason Verret was crucial since he allow more blitzs by the niners while also generated more pressure. Now, you can even see a big change in philosophy of the niners defense as they rely more on man coverage and even draft Ambry Thomas and Deommodore Lenoir who played excellent press man coverage.

[@JahNuhThunDeeTheOneAndOnly]

49ers might have to draft corners in the first round starting with the next time they have a first round pick then LOL

[@betanusolosix]

I like that the 49ers can switch it up n play man on the outside here and there… I’m not a zone coverage guy at all…

[@LoanwordEggcorn]

@@betanusolosix 49ers (like other teams) also use matching zone coverage, which basically starts off in a zone and transitions some defenders into man. It's never been pure zone coverage.

[@skizmondo]

@@JahNuhThunDeeTheOneAndOnly They may not have to draft them in the first round if they can continue to develop serviceable starters out of mid/late/UDFA. there are a lot of teams that would have LOVED Moseley's production from an UDFA at corner.

[@JahNuhThunDeeTheOneAndOnly]

@@skizmondo Yeah but usually the best corners end up being drafted in the first round!

[@astrostar49]

Aye yes, we've had some great linebackers over the years. Dave Wilcox, Ken Norton Jr., Keena Turner, Julian Peterson, Bill Romanowski, Patrick Willis, Navorro Bowman, etc. Nice of you to spotlight Warner. What a steal in the 3rd round.

[@abrahamjackson6019]

Mike Walter was a beast

[@yurr1870]

Please extend this man

[@treyarea413]

Gotta give credit to Tartt too for the amazing pick vs the Giants, Warner said Tartt alerted him to the play call and allowed him to jump it.

[@fivefiveniner1537]

I wish they couldve kept Tatt. He was a stalwart for the defense. Him and Ward have been buds since high school they had great chemistry and that was apparent from every angle! 💯

[@henrydaniels7287]

@@fivefiveniner1537 huh Tarrt is still here

[@eliasgonzalez5357]

FIVE FIVE NINER tartt is still on niners, changed number to 6

[@LaMarcGasoldridge]

@@eliasgonzalez5357 he changed his number to #26

[@skizmondo]

@@fivefiveniner1537 dont worry bud, happened to me too. I thought for sure this entire offseason that he would be gone. 1) because of money and 2) because the Jets and Saleh. literally a week ago i was like WAIT?!!! WE STILL HAVE OUR SAFETY COMBO?!!!

[@fivefiveniner1537]

He'll be one of my all time favorite Niners if he continues on this path for us the loyal Faithful! 💯

[@Jundin09637]

I think one of the best plays Warner ever made was the interception against Mahomes in the Super Bowl. He knew that the Chiefs love deep curls on 3rd and long, Hill is Mahomes’s favorite receiver on deep curls, and Mahomes loves to bait linebackers and safeties by running to a spot, getting them out of his passing lane, and throwing where they were. Warner didn’t bite at all, which takes a lot of discipline in such a crucial spot

[@sfchief415]

Warner played as a lb/saftey in college, so did dre greenlaw. thats why we are able to do what we want on defense because these guys can cover and are fast!

[@seanmichaeltan5184]

Facts

[@JMB808]

The rookie out USC will be up next! Another hybrid LB/S

[@hi_lo574]

His HUMBLE and TRANSPARENT persona remind me of George Kittle . Fred can do almost everything on the defensive side as Kittle has lineman and wide reviever mentality on the offensive side of the ball . Their plays transparency make them natural leader . Fred Warner on defense and George Kittle on offense are BEASTS OF THE BAY

[@danielmelendrez287]

Crazy to see the size difference of Willis and Bowman compared to Warner

[@seanmichaeltan5184]

Willis 34in arns 6'1 bow 6ft 33in arms fred is slimer but taller and faster 33in arms 6'4

[@JahNuhThunDeeTheOneAndOnly]

Willis and Bowman are true old-school LBs

[@3ladeRunner]

Love your 49ers coverage dude. You’re a star bro.

[@AlexRollinsNFL]

Appreciate it Ricky, I'm trying!

[@jt9907]

Thank you for this Mr Rollins🔥🔥Best LB in the league. Rodgers said it himself💪🏾💪🏾

[@AlexRollinsNFL]

Appreciate you brother! If A Rod says it...

[@jorgerivera6596]

bro I have my first season game today and this is the perfect video for today. Wish me luck! (btw im an OLB and ILB)

[@killaburribo]

good luck

[@jorgerivera6596]

@@killaburribo bro we won, 23-12 and i got a sack, a TFL and 2 other tackles

[@AlexRollinsNFL]

Sorry I missed it Jorge, I hope you rocked that shit!!!

[@jorgerivera6596]

@@AlexRollinsNFL yes i did

[@JahNuhThunDeeTheOneAndOnly]

I’m definitely buying his jersey today!

[@fivefiveniner1537]

Hope is a Niner forever faithfully! 💯

[@kelvinnguyen3038]

Top 1 LBs in the NFL: 1. Frederick Warner

[@Fau1ted]

correction Lavonte David

[@Fau1ted]

@No Cap I don't do crack its just my opinion

[@Fau1ted]

@No Cap Nope just with watching players.

[@Ty-cs5wl]

Bobby Wagner fellas …madden knows also

[@tezknowsball7605]

Roquan Smith

[@joseledesma1968]

Best LB in coverage maybe best overall too.

[@JahNuhThunDeeTheOneAndOnly]

Best on both

[@tezknowsball7605]

Roquan Smith would like a word with you

[@comehonnorface7003]

@@tezknowsball7605 😂😂 Fred and Smith are going to be the new Bobby Wagner Luke Kuechly to see Who is the better middle linebacker

[@tezknowsball7605]

@@comehonnorface7003 I'm fine with that. My boy just needs more respect

[@edwardbrito3332]

Whose better?

[@ShinM.]

Great work. You can see and feel the effort that went into this.

[@AlexRollinsNFL]

Thanks brother!!

[@_The_Journey]

Best MLB in the league imo, but there’s absolutely no debate that he’s a top 3 MLB💯

[@mchapman2424]

Im always impressed by how well made your videos are. Im rooting for you all the way Alex!

[@capswole81]

This guy is a blessing to football. Very educational and unbiased content

[@AlexRollinsNFL]

Appreciate the love man, it makes me keep going strong!!

[@nathancampbell8637]

Absolutely love Warner. It would be cool to see a similar video about Jerome Baker from the same draft class since he just got that big contract extension.

[@anthonyo455]

Alex feeling himself with this one! U knocked it out the park man! Great vid!

[@AlexRollinsNFL]

Went deep with the Cowboys stuff, I was hoping you guys would like it!

[@migueltorcuator2152]

Another great video, my dude! Always appreciate the analysis.

[@AlexRollinsNFL]

Thanks brother!!

[@sidneywomack8171]

Great breakdown!

[@nickfromthemo3352]

Bro I love this channel

[@AlexRollinsNFL]

Thanks brother!!

[@elbiologo45]

Another great video from Alex. Keep up the good job.

[@AlexRollinsNFL]

Thank you brother!! I will!

[@killaburribo]

great vid!!

[@WaveSamu]

I just love your videos so much!

[@AlexRollinsNFL]

Thank you so much!!!

[@theactualshadow]

I look forward to these vids all week

[@AlexRollinsNFL]

Thanks for the love!!!

[@samiaalto1525]

Thanks. I really like your films. Great job

[@AlexRollinsNFL]

Appreciate it Sami!!

[@DemonicAngelGaming1031]

I throughly enjoy your breakdowns! Keep up the great work!

[@AlexRollinsNFL]

Thank you Demonic!!!

[@DemonicAngelGaming1031]

@@AlexRollinsNFL you're very welcome.

[@JahNuhThunDeeTheOneAndOnly]

BEST MIDDLE LINEBACKERS IN THE NFL 1. Fred Warner 2. Darius Leonard 3. Lavonte David 4. Bobby Wagner 5. Eric Kendricks

[@thanos5435]

Wrong

[@RockinRobb01]

The top 5 is right, the order is wrong. Warner Wagner Kendricks Leonard David

[@kghostthegreat]

Leonard plays Left outside he’s a Sam LB in a 4-3 just like Myles Jack is a Will and plays Right outside

[@seanmichaeltan5184]

Eric kendricks? WHERES Devin white Tremaine edmunds roquan Kwon when healthy etc? I would've put dre Greenlaw over Kendrick lol

[@seanmichaeltan5184]

@@kghostthegreat myles jack super underrated

[@rivesdoe6442]

Great videos bro

[@AlexRollinsNFL]

Thanks man!!

[@wenxusun3226]

That block slip technique is ART

[@badLuckRiley]

Miss your 49ers content, excellent stuff!

[@AlexRollinsNFL]

Much appreciated Riley!

[@eduardofunez5574]

Yes sir another film breakdown

[@AlexRollinsNFL]

You know it Ed!!!

[@jkf2002]

Been waiting for this one! Never clicked a video faster.

[@AlexRollinsNFL]

Hope you like it brother!

[@49ersmariefaithful73]

Fred, you are my favorite LB and you are the best! ❤

[@matthewsanders6499]

Alex good to see you back on the SF train. Best case scenario I can't wait to see you giving RPO breakdowns on Trey Lance come week 10

[@AlexRollinsNFL]

Yes!! I'm too excited about Lance paired with Shanahan, can't wait to see what they do in the run game as well

[@matthewsanders6499]

@@AlexRollinsNFL I was listening to Simms on a Niners podcast the other day, speculating that part of Shanahan's attraction to Lance is what he can do to open up the inside run game. Simms sees DBs selling out between the numbers to defend against Garoppolo, who struggles to throw outside and deep. If Lance can be a genuine threat to take the lid off of defenses, DBs will have to play honest in coverage, opening up the second level if a guy like Gallman or Sermon can climb to it. Lance himself doesn't even need to carry the ball, in order to improve an already formidable run scheme. Food for thought.

[@9erjoeempire526]

Awesome job👍🏼 All PROFred warner is a beast💪🏽

[@AlexRollinsNFL]

Yessir!

[@LoanwordEggcorn]

Thanks for another great breakdown Alex. You're right that Fred Warner can cover basically anything on the field, both in the run and pass game. He's arguably the most physically talented linebacker due to that. He can absolutely make plays that other LBs physically can't. You can see that in how quickly he can flip his hips when transitioning from the backpedal to running with a receiver. Heck, those skills would be elite in a cornerback. I've never seen a linebacker do it that well before. But where his prowess in games comes from is film study. He studies and understands film better than some of the QBs he's going against. Fred's physical but also mental skills and study habits are best in the NFL. You showed the results of that well on film. Aaron Rogers acknowledged that to Fred Warner when they played in 2020.

[@AlexRollinsNFL]

Thanks LE! Yes, it just goes to show how important film study is. Not that Fred is deficient in any physical category, but for anybody who knows what's coming before it happens, you don't have to be THAT physically talented. It's really the best skill there is to have

[@LoanwordEggcorn]

@@AlexRollinsNFL Well Fred's got both off the charts physical and mental skills and the success to go with it.

[@MikeMcGlynn]

Inject this video into my veins. It's been fun watching the 49ers transition from having backers like Willis/Bowman to Warner over the past decade and the evolution of the whole defense. Part of what makes football so fun, one year you think they have it figured out (2011, 3-4 defense with massive front 7) and a few years later the defense's identity is completely different but just as dominant.

[@AlexRollinsNFL]

Thanks as always Mike! Yes, I was shocked to see they played the highest % of quarters out of anybody in the NFL. Especially with all the hype Staley and the Rams got for (almost) basing out of quarters

[@kishanprajapati7702]

Fred Warner is so good. Robert Saleh and him have done a great job!

[@TheOne-vn6xx]

The did!! Its Demeco's show now lol

[@lemardunbar2248]

Definitely underrated

[@telecaster2123]

Like you said there are not a lot of LBs right now that tick all the boxes but if a team does have one he is that much more valueable. I think Warner is the most valueable player on that defense (yes including Nick Bosa) and you as a 9ers fan can be thrilled that he's on your team. Great video as always

[@AlexRollinsNFL]

Thanks TLC! I certainly agree, can't wait to watch Bosa back again too

[@bonfireofdreamz2465]

One of the best

[@jacobechele695]

Can't wait to see how Saleh uses Sherwood and Nasirildeen in this Warner role with the Jets

[@edwardbrito3332]

Saleh special coach 49ers swept Rams cost division & KO AZ from playoffs. QB play was pitiful throwing as many TD to other teams Ls. He’s definitely matured this is best case for Jets. Just need owner to not f it up by expectations in 1-2 years

[@danecampbell9871]

I love how the one time Jones actually threw to the stick it was covered lol

[@purkalurk123]

Fred is a stud, we are lucky to have him .

[@theactualshadow]

Love the videos about the niners!!

[@xezqeznunya6671]

49ers have been blessed in the linebacker department for so long, they always seem to nail that position with the draft, they have 3 really good ones right now, but Willis, Bowman, the Dynasty years were just as dangerous also. One position the 49ers have always nailed has got to be linebacker.

[@willclark7233]

Gotta start Saturday morning off right! That boy Fred is a menace on the field.

[@AlexRollinsNFL]

Hell yeah man!! Yessir, and he's only getting better

[@MrGodly-zd7tx]

He has gotten better tremendously each year. He will be an all time great once it's all said and done. I can see him retiring a 49er...

[@49ersmariefaithful73]

Fred,you are my favorite !😊

[@rossco1986]

subbed 👍

[@chessnut13]

Getting back to our beloved Niners, this gonna be a banger! 💯

[@jessepusatero5511]

Thanks Alex, he literally was our entire defense last year

[@AlexRollinsNFL]

Facts! Was a bit disappointed in AA this year, I hope Bosa coming back and Kinlaw's emergence will help AA get back to 2019 levels

[@jessepusatero5511]

@@AlexRollinsNFL I think Arik is gonna bounce back, he was playing edge a lot with little to no help

[@yenpham-jb4wo]

Never saw him play college ball but somtimes you just have a feelin this guy will be good. Maybe it’s the way he carries himself

[@ethancowie7993]

Real 49ers fans know that you got your intro music from the 49ers press conference videos

[@topleftfromtime]

Another *great* video from the *best* channel on KZbin! Fred Warner is a DEMON. Id love to see a video on another demon at that position: Roquan Smith. Ps. Joined your Patreon!

[@AlexRollinsNFL]

Thanks for the weekly love and support!! If I find a week I'll squeeze Roquan in

[@topleftfromtime]

@@AlexRollinsNFL if you have your content planned out a ways in advance, you do NOT need to try and squeeze in a video on Roquan for me my boy! Just interested in your thoughts on him since he was the 1st LB drafted in that 2018 class that included Fred Warner, Tre Edmunds, Leighton Vander Esch & Darius Leonard.

[@davidlevis7152]

Captain Warner🔥🔥🔥

[@christianb1134]

Oh you already I’m here for this one buddy 😎😎 NINER GANG 🔴⚪️❗️❕

[@philipcallado5693]

My dude just got paid!!!! Congrats! #NinerGang

[@bookswithbenjamin8902]

Cleveland got the same type of player in the 2nd round JOK. Mark my words he will be a beast.

[@edwardbrito3332]

Come on man he better be a probowler your talking about DC & best LB league. Cleveland is gearing 1st SB though maybe face off.

[@Thewiredelectrican]

All I have to read is the name Fred Warner and already I approve of the content.

[@lienjanssen4569]

did anyone else notice on every play accept the interception it was a 5 yard out breaking route but on the interception it was a 10 yard ou breaking route so it was easier to cover still a great play!

[@XXniccloXX]

I honestly thought this was a Brett Kollmann video at first

[@bthorn5035]

He slips blockers so well.

[@DaBoff858]

Alex you break shizz down that I know it may sound male chauvinistic but.... My Girlfriend was watching this with me and she understood it!! You have a Gift and a new fan (in the wifey lol) We're both 49ers fans and can't wait until the Season starts! Keep up the good work!

[@AlexRollinsNFL]

Hahaha cheers to you both, thanks for the love!

[@beetlejuice2344]

He was on my pop warner team

[@raymondwood2444]

What do you think about the combo of Isaiah Simmons and Zaven Collins in the Cardinals defense?

[@thecovesf]

As Teddy KGB said in Rounders, "Pay him. Pay that man his money" After picking Lance and resigning Williams, extending Warner beyond his rookie contract should priority #1 for the 49ers front office.

[@maximuspour8191]

best mlb in the league not even a niners fan

[@eliasgonzalez5357]

Actually, tartt was the one who alerted the defense of the play, because he recognized the formation

[@pedropedraza9836]

The world needs more football fans if Alex Rollins only has 56k subs.

[@pedropedraza9836]

Im a Pats fan.

[@AlexRollinsNFL]

Thanks PP! Just gotta keep grinding each and every week!

[@kkroyu]

And he ran a 4.65 at the combine or pro day (not sure which one) But it just goes to show that play speed is more important than 40 time.

[@jefft5824]

Willis, Smith, that kid who played one season, we tend to do pretty well drafting backers, too bad we've passed on all pro WR's the last 15 years

[@dannygld23]

How do we keep getting these fantastic linebackers??

[@regissanders2409]

Imagine if the 49ers had Warner AND Patrick Willis at the same time

[@AlexRollinsNFL]

And Bowman still too!

[@levisnyder6585]

This is why I bought his jersey in 2019

[@user-nm2hb5lg6z]

My Boi is about to get $$$$$

[@rhaegarbaguhin]

crazy to think he was trying to get into nick bosa's frame when he was a star in his own right and now everybody's recognized it.

[@gustavozamorajr2186]

Dudes from my home town and went to the same hs. #missionhills

[@zachf748]

Question : Is Fred Warner the key to the 49ers being able to shut down the wide zone (heavy play action) offense? Or maybe more generic, is elite LB play the key to defending the wide zone offense? Because (when healthy) the 49ers have absolutely dominated those offenses (Rams, Packers, and Vikings) the past few seasons. Playing the Wide 9 defense seems to make running outside the numbers difficult. So you’ll have to attack the inside run, and because the wide 9 is spaced out, it puts a lot of pressure on the interior D-Lineman to stop the run. Which is difficult, but it seems to work because of Fred Warner’s uncanny ability to read the offense (and also his elite coverage skills). He’s seemingly able to play the run very well, while also never selling out on the run and never biting on the play action (and vacating his coverage duties). *Qualifier - I got into football recently and admittedly don’t know very much, so I could just be completely off. But I’d be curious about your thoughts, even if I’m way off and I look dumb. Lol

[@AlexRollinsNFL]

That's a great question, it's certainly a key factor. If you look up The Dream Team Eagles, the wide 9 is one of the main reasons why they had such limited success on defense. Warner is one of the best I've ever seen at diagnosing run vs pass, he never overcommits to one or the other which helps him play both aspects on defense. The 49ers versatility at safety is important as well

[@zachf748]

Thanks for answering. Yea, I think the 49ers safety combo of Ward and Tartt is really, really good. And underrated. I think they get overlooked because of how they are used. If you’re not racking up interceptions / fumbles / sacks it’s easy to get overlooked. But their coverage skills are where they make their impact, and which is just as important (especially Ward).

[@LxgxndsNeverDie]

And he just secured a big bag……well deserved

[@Smilodon_ex]

Top 5 linebacker easily

[@andrewsmith5222]

Could u do one on Deion Jones

[@scruffd0g193]

Fred Warner and Darius Leonard are taking over the Inside Linebacker position after Bobby Wagner goes into the Hall of Fame.

[@desiferguson4478]

Warner played LB/Safety hybrid at BYU before being drafted to SF...which explains why Warner is able to flip his hips and run with guys...all you have to do is watch the SB against the Chiefs...he got his INT dropping into the middle against T. Hill of all people.

[@Mack_Worlds_Media]

Hope Jabril Cox can develop into something like this

[@frankl3518]

💰

[@JahNuhThunDeeTheOneAndOnly]

First it was Willis Then it was Bowman Now it is Warner

[@RockinRobb01]

what do you mean then it was Bowman? He was trash after Willis retired(ACL injury), Borland would be a better fit.

[@seanmichaeltan5184]

Then it was dre greenlaw

[@seanmichaeltan5184]

@@RockinRobb01 bowman was just more popular

[@seanmichaeltan5184]

@@RockinRobb01 remember the pick six

[@RockinRobb01]

@@seanmichaeltan5184 Against Atlanta? yes, however he was never more popular then Bowman, the timeline went 2013 Bowman tears ACL, 2014 Willis retires, 2015 Bowman comes back and dominates, 2016 reinjures himself and was on the Raiders in 2017.

[@Kazaam818]

Aaron Rodgers said himself this guy is the best LB he’s seen I believe

[@SatchithHarve]

I'm really hoping Saleh can mold Sherwood and/or Nasirildeen into something akin to Warner for the Jets

[@AlexRollinsNFL]

It's gonna be Mosely! But hopefully long term he can develop guys as well

[@gavins.5409]

Alex, where’s my Brian Burns or Shaq Barrett video lol

[@AlexRollinsNFL]

Trust the process bro!! I've got Burns on the list!

[@RandomRabbit007]

49ers wooooo !!!