Fred Warner earns spotlight for another defensive play

Paces run defenders with 93.1 grade

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 1h1 min read

Who else, but Fred Warner? https://t.co/ioskPN2mSA Via @PFF on X

What happened: Fred Warner produced another standout defensive play during the 2026 season. The play extended a stretch that has kept him among the league's most recognized linebackers.

Why it matters: Warner's consistency sets the standard for modern linebacker play. His run defense and play recognition remain central to his value in 2026.

By the numbers: Paced run defenders with a 93.1 grade as of Oct. 13, 2026. Made 51 tackles in 6 games in 2025, per ESPN as of Sept. 29, 2026. Drafted in the third round of the 2018 NFL Draft, 70th overall, out of BYU.

What to watch: The coming weeks of the 2026 season will show whether Warner sustains that run-defense form.

Sources

@PFF 2026-10-14T17:16:34.540120+00:00

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