Fred Warner Nears 49ers All-Time Tackle Record

Fred Warner is on the verge of breaking Patrick Willis's 49ers all-time tackle record, currently sitting at 948 career tackles. Willis publicly expressed his support for Warner to surpass his mark of 950, stating that records are meant to be broken by the next generation. Warner, who suffered a season-ending ankle injury in October 2025, is preparing for his 2026 return. Additionally, the two discussed Willis's 'gladiator mindset' during a recent podcast appearance.