When it comes to the San Francisco 49ers defense, many point to Fred Warner as the heartbeat of the group, given the dynamic role he plays at middle linebacker.
Warner, a third-round pick back in 2018, has been one of the biggest elements of the 49ers defense since his arrival in the NFL, developing into one of the best coverage linebackers, while also having a physical presence at the line of scrimmage.
Then, when you add in Dre Greenlaw, who has really come along the last two years after getting extended, it’s clear that the 49ers have one of the best linebacker rooms in the NFL.