Fred Warner sets the tone as preseason work intensifies

He enters 2026 ranked No. 54 in the NFL Top 100.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Aug 11 min read

Greenlaw on him and Fred Warner setting the tone: https://t.co/PLnzv5PbZM Via @VicTafur on X

What happened: Warner is again directing the defense with energy and communication during camp. The linebacker missed the final 11 games of 2025 with a broken ankle.

Why it matters: His return restores an experienced organizer to the middle of the defense. Camp offers the first test of how that leadership carries into the upcoming season.

By the numbers: Warner placed No. 54 on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2026.

What to watch: Watch how Warner's workload develops through the preseason.

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@VicTafur 2026-08-01T20:06:24.613691+00:00

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