Warner’s previous campaign ended in October with the injury sustained against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and while he was at one point hopeful for a late playoff return, he did not play in San Francisco’s divisional-round loss to Seattle. The new update suggests a clean start to his recovery this spring.
“I’m feeling extremely blessed, grateful to be back, feeling great and no restrictions, just being able to jump right in,” Warner told reporters. The straightforward tone underscored a meaningful milestone for a player who is central to the 49ers’ defense.
Warner stressed that being cleared without limits has allowed him to train like a typical offseason, rather than beginning with rehab. That shift in approach is viewed as significant for a player coming off such a serious ankle injury and could accelerate his return to peak play in 2026.
Another notable development is Dre Greenlaw’s return to San Francisco after a year in Denver. Warner indicated he was thrilled about reuniting with Greenlaw, who texted him that he was coming back, and he celebrated the prospect of the two linebackers teaming up again.
The clearest takeaway from Warner’s comments is the absence of ambiguity: there are no restrictions. For the 49ers, a fully healthy Warner provides a stable backbone for offseason installs and the defense’s preparation as they aim to regain their edge in 2026.
