Sun Nov 30 23:00:00 UTC 2025: ## 49ers’ Fred Warner Takes Major Step in Recovery from Ankle Injury
Santa Clara, CA – San Francisco 49ers linebacker Fred Warner is making significant strides in his recovery from a dislocated and fractured ankle sustained during the team’s Week 6 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Five weeks after undergoing surgery, Warner provided an optimistic update on his podcast, revealing he’s finally shedding his walking boot and scooter.
“We’re at a little over five weeks post-op,” Warner announced. “I finally get to take my boot off. I’ve been wearing that boot ever since my surgery. [Nov. 25] I get to take the boot off, and finally get off this scooter.”
Warner also shared that his rehabilitation is progressing smoothly. “Rehab is going great. I’m constantly progressing every single day,” he said, noting his focus is on regaining full range of motion and building strength in his ankle. “It’s gonna be different going from not being on my own two legs to just all of a sudden being on my own two legs.”
The All-Pro linebacker has even begun using an underwater treadmill, marking the first time he’s been able to put any weight on the injured ankle. Despite the positive developments, Warner cautioned that he still faces a lengthy recovery. While no specific return date has been confirmed, sources close to the team suggest the current target is sometime next year.
This news comes amidst other changes for the 49ers, including a recent report highlighting why the team waived $24.9 million in guarantees for a prominent wide receiver. (Details regarding the wide receiver were not included in the provided text.)
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