How adjusting Fred Warner’s workload has unleashed his speed for 49ers

NFL Network is unveiling its NFL Top 100 Players of 2020 list. The San Francisco 49ers were not represented during Sunday's airing of the show, which revealed No. 71 through No. 100. The team, however, was represented on Monday, as the network announced No. 41 through No. 70. Linebacker Fred Warner is the lowest-ranked 49ers player on the list, and the first San Francisco player revealed. He comes in at No. 70 in his first year being named to the NFL Top 100 Players. Checking in at 70 on the

The San Francisco 49ers had their first player, wide receiver Travis Benjamin, opt-out of the 2020 season. It was a decision he felt was best for the health of himself and his family. In these challenging times, as the NFL navigates its way toward playing amidst a pandemic, no one can blame Benjamin. Linebacker Fred Warner spoke with reporters today via a video conference and discussed Benjamin's decision to forego the upcoming season. "I think it's just a unique situation," Warner explained. "At the end of the day, everybody wants to play football. I think even guys who do opt-out, their true intent is they want to play football, but they have to think about more than just themselves. "This coronavirus, there's so much unknown. Every day, I feel

San Francisco 49ers cornerback Richard Sherman spoke with reporters on Tuesday and shared his thoughts on how NFL teams are navigating through these uncharted waters. The league is preparing to play the 2020 season amid a pandemic. It is going to great lengths to ensure the safety of players, staff, and their loved ones. "Obviously, it's an adjustment, and winning teams find a way to adjust the best in these situations," Sherman said. "So, I think the team that will adapt the best will be the one holding the trophy at the end." It was linebacker Fred Warner's turn to speak with reporters on Wednesday, and he was asked about Sherman's comments, agreeing with the conclusion by the veteran cornerback. "I think we have one of the best locker rooms, one